NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXIII, Issue 2228, 19 April 1881, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Resident Magistrate's Court.—At the Resident Magistrate’s Court this morning David Gray, alias MoKellop, was fined 5a for having been drunk and disorderly. Hugh Gardiner, for destroying furniture, the property of Alfred Stenning, who did not press the charge, was ordered to pay for the damage done, £5. North Beit Presbyterian Church.— The children attending the Sabbath school connected with the above church held their annual treat in Mr Cunningham’s paddocks, kindly lent for the occasion on Easter Monday, when about 250 children assembled, joined by about as many more of parents and visitors, including several ministers, in the afternoon. Luncheon was provided for the children at twelve o’clock, and after thoroughly enjoying themselves in various amusements prepared by their teachers, tea was served at four o’clock, after which the whole assemblage were called together, when the Rev. J. Elmulie gave out the hymn, “ Shall wo Gather at the River?” and the Rev. J. B. Cairns pronounced the benediction ; after which three cheers were given for Mr and Mrs Cunningham, the visitors, and the superintendent. The children were then dismissed, quite happy with their day’s enjoyment

Volunteer Fancy Fair,— Programme to be performed by the Railway Band on Wednesday eveni eg in the Drilhhed grounds Grand selection, “ Zampa and Pre Anx Clerca,” Herold; fantasia, “ TTn Petite Elyaee,” K Newton; selection, “Loudon Echoes,” E. Smith; raise, “True Love,” H Round; fantasia, “On Guard,” L. Bopipqnier; grand contest selection, “ Kmira.” Escudie ; quadrille, "Chants du Soir,” Tilliard; grand nauticd fantasia introducing many favourite English airs, “ Britannia,” Bodsworth ; valse, “Bay Breams,” R. Smith; glee, “England's Merry Bells,” G. Brooks; grand contest fantasia, “ The Wedding Day,” H. Round. Postal. —A resident in Hazeldean road Sydenham district, complains that in his neighborhood there is no delivery of letters until evening. The inconvenience resulting from this arrangement could, it is said, be remedied by Government’s engaging the ser vices of one additional letter carrier, or, if there must be but one delivery of correspondence each day, our correspondent suggests that Government might choose the less of two evils hy substituting a morning for the evening delivery.

Timbit Rescdb at StruHEß.—Mr J, Diy, ’ the pilot at this station, was again to the fore yesterday with his timely assistance. A party of three in a small boat,-the Grace Darling, belonging to the Avon, had by some miraculous means crossed the bar at Sumner, and when sighted by Mr Diy wore just off Whitewash Head. Mr Day (who was with some friends shooting) seeing the dangerous position of the boat, turned and boarded it, when the incapacity of the occupants to manage it was apparent. One, indeed, fell overboard, but was promptly rescued. Mr Day brought the boat and occupants to shore, and having impounded the sculls, hauled the boat up in the Corner to prevent further risk. There is little doubt that had the party attempted to return unaided, a casualty similar to that of the Cigarette would have happened. Musical.—lt is announced by advertisement in another column that a full practice of the Sydenham Amateur Musical Society takes place this evening.

Arrivals at London.—The New Zealand Shipping Company (Limited) announce the safe arrivals at London of their ship Bangitiki, from Lyttelton, andWuiroa, from Wellington,

St. Andbbw’s Chdech Ohoib. The above choir took advantage of the holiday on Easter Monday to arrange and carry out a enjoyable picnic at New Brighton. The rain which fell on Sunday night made the sands much more suitable for the purposes of the pleasure seekers than they might otherwise have been. After spending a long day in various sports and games and pleasant saunterings, as well as in the feasting of the picnic proper, the whole party, numbering more than fifty in all, returned in the evening, tired and happy. Easter Bam,.—The Bailway Band gave a vfry successful ball last night at the Oddfellows’ Hall. Dancing commenced at eigb) o’clock, and was kept up with much spirit.

Magistbbiad.—Mr O. Whitefoord has been appointed to take all civil cases between £2O and £IOO at the Courts of Lyttelton, Southbridge, and Leeston.

Eabteb Mondat at Post.—There were several excursions made yesterday from Port, the steamers Akaroa and Titan and steam Lunches Lyttelton and Eclipse especially laying themselves open for holiday work. The weather was by no means so encouraging for outdoor pleasure as could have been wished, but the steamers above-named were, under the circumstances well patronised, and the excursionists came home in the evening in the beet of spirits after their day’s outing. The local trains were tolerably well filled during the day, the night trains especially so, a large number of passengers taking advantage of the extra trains. Addington Ohuhoh Bazaab.-—The bazaar held in aid of the organ fund of St. Mary’s, Addington, was opened yesterday at the new Oddfellows’ Hall, Lichfield street. The appearance of the room upstairs, which was chosen by the committee, is most attractive, being tastefully decorated, and the various stalls, which are laden with good things in fancy work and every conceivable product of female industry, are presided over by ladies, who kindly gave their services to forward the good object in view. It may be mentioned that all the articles are marked at exceedingly low prices. A feature of attraction in connection with the bazaar is a science department, presided over by Professor Biokerton. The bazaar should prove a success.

Fatal Acoidbnt on the Baobcoubse.— An accident, whereby Mr W. Deakin, a wellknown livery stable keeper, lost bis life, happened on the racecourse yesterday. It appears that during the Hack Race Deakin attempted to cross the course, and the horse, being close to him in the straight, he was knocked down. Dr Bring was quickly on the spot, but at once pronounced life to be extinct.

A.O.F. Ooubt, Star op Oahtbebuby— The ordinary Court meeting was held at the Foresters’ Hall last evening, when there was a fair attendance. The Woodwards* report was read and received. Three members of the 'Lyttelton Court who visited the Court were warmly welcomed. Some important points were brought forward and discussed, and several propositions for new members were read. The i eoeipts of the quarter were £295 4s 2Jd.

Thbatbe Royal. —The holding capacity of the Theatre Royal was tested last night to the uttermost, when the Liliputian Pinafore Company made their second appearance. Every part of the theatre was crowded to suffocation, and many had to go away unable to obtain admission. The company as a whole were in better voice than on Saturday, and sang the music of the opera throughout excellently. The opera will be repeated this evening, and arrangements have been made to admit the holders of tickets for last evening on presentation.

Compressed Flour ik Fbanob.—Some experiments on the compression of flour, which were recently carried out in France, appear to point to possible results of considerable practical value. It was found that under very strong hydraulic pressure flour in bulk can be reduced to throe-fourths of its original volume—a point of considerable interest in connection with storage, transport, and especially exportation, where the space occupied, as well as the weight of material, comes into consideration, A still more important point was also noticed. When the experiments were first begun two equal quantities of wheaten flour from the same source, the one compressed and the other i-i its ordinary condition, were packed with equal care, and stowed away in the same place. On opening the packages after the lapse of more than twelve months, it was found that the compressed flour was in excellent preservation, while the other had become slightly musty, and that, independent of this, the bread obtained from the former was infinitely better than that obtained from the non-com-pressed flour, Easter Seevxobs.—The Kaiapoi Parish Church on Sunday was profusely decorated, and special services for the day were held. The decorations of the chancel and font were especially effective, but some of the previously well used decorations could have been dispensed with. There were large congregations under the ministrations of the Rev. D. O. Hampton, who, with early celebration, morning service, midday communion, and evening service, had a busy day of it. The choir was under the leadership of Mr Fullan, and the organ was played with much effect by Mrs Hardey. The greater portion of the services were chorally rendered. The Obnroh of Holy Innocents, Amberley, was prettily decorated, the evergreens and flowers being tastefully used. Sacred mottoes and devices were also appropriately displayed. The Rev. H. G. Q-ould conducted the services. Flaxton Church, consecrated in the name of St. Paul, was neatly decorated with evergreens and pot plants. Divine service on Sunday evening was followed by the Holy Communion, at which the Rev. F, B. Inwood officiated.

Eaiapoi Domain.—The brass band gave an open-air band concert, and also played a variety of dance tunes in the Domain on Easter Monday. For the danoing a space had been allowed to be cleared in a grove of trees, and room was afforded for four sets in the quadrilles. Upwards of two hundred persons took advantage of the attraction to visit the grounds, and despite the gloomy aspect of the weather the day’s proceeding* were entered into with much spirit and pleasure. The walks wbioh the Domain Board has recently made, extending a total length of three miles, were frequented by visitors, and the number of seats were inadequate. Visitors from a distance invariably expressed their surprise at the growth of the trees and the general progress of the arrangement of the Domain as a pleasant promenade.

Lb Son’s Bay Congregational Church —The anniversary tea-meeting in connection with the above church took place on Good Friday. The day being so fine induced a much larger number to attend than was expected, including several friends from Akaroa. The tables were abundantly supplied with good things, and presided over b» Mesdamea Barnett, Cairns, Barulus, J. Oldridge, and Miss Barnett. At the public meeting held afterwards, which was presided over by the Rev, A. Scholes, addresses wer--delivered by the Bov. Chairman, Messrs Barnett, Eeeee, Kirkby, and Mrs Burns, o' Akaroa, The annual report stated that the sum of £9l had been spent on the enlarge ment of the church, the debt for which had been reduced to about £2O. The meeting was_ enlivened by selections from the church choir, Miss Barnett and Miss Dowle presiding at the harmonium. On Saturday the Sundayschool held their annual treat in the paddock near the church, belonging to Mr Wtn. Barnett, and various games were entered into. Both children and teachers enjoyed them •elves until dusk, when the party broke up.