THE GLOBE. MONDAY, MAY 29, 1882.

Globe, Volume XXIV, Issue 2538, 29 May 1882, Page 2

THE GLOBE. MONDAY, MAY 29, 1882.

Drainage and Fieb Brigade Bills.— A requisition is in course of signature, asking his Worship, the Mayor of Bydenham, to convene a public meeting for the consideration of these proposed Bill*, and also the increased taxation contingent on the latter proposition.

Fbeethohght.—la view of the proposed erection of a FreethougUt Lyceum in Christchurch, three gentlemen have given conditional promises of £IOOO, £SOO, and £250 respectively.

Laeeieikism. — The remark of a large small boy overheard yesterday may throw some light on the way in which larrikinism is looked upon in certain inspired quarters. Said the boy, alluding to some friend who had just arrived in town—“ Oh ! Bill’s come j he's a professional larrikin.” That larrikinism should have been elevated into a profession may surprise seme, and it may seem difficult to define a “ professional ”as distingushed from an amateur larrikin. But there are grades in all things, and no doubt Bill is looked upon with reverence by his less scientific confreres .

A Singular Gash. —An extraordinary instance of conflict of evidence occurred st the K sident Magistrate’s Court this morning, la the matter of a prosecution for driving on th) wrong tide of the road, seventeen respectable witnesses were examined, eight on one side and nine on the other. What, collectively, •ne side swore, amounted to point blank contradiction of the evidence given by the other side. The decision of the Bench made matters no clearer. The case was dismissed without comment from the Bench. Proposed Iron Bridge fob Christchurch. —A design for a bridge over the Avon will he submitted to the City Council thi? evening by Messrs. Anderson and Sons, of Christchurch. The bridge, in which no timber is to be used, is intended to be of wrought iron in one span, measuring 60ft between the springing of the arches, which are also to be of wrought iron. The width is 40ft, Two footpaths are provided, each s£t wide. The flooring is of wrought iron, buckled plates, with the interstices filled in with concrete, the roadway to be macadamised, and the footpaths dressed with asphalts/ The floor beams are formed of roiled H iron joists. The buttresses as planned are of concrete, descending 7£t below the water line, ar.d have a total height of 21ft. Tacy are to be capped with Port Chalmers stone. A neat ar.d light hand rail, of gas pipe on cast iron studs, flanks the bridge on either hand. The design is for a bridge both elegant and enduring, and it is understood that it may be suggested to the Council that such a bridge, from an economical as well as artistic point of view, might bo substituted for the wooden bridge proposed to bo erected in Manchester street. It is eaid that this iron bridge would cost, approximately, £2500, or only half the amount expended on the Victoria street bridge.

Presentation. —At a meeting held in the Wesleyan church, Ashburton, on Friday night, a handsome cabinet was presented to Miss Hoddcr, who is leaving the district. The presentation was made in recognition of Mias Hodder’s services as organist.

Plain and Fancy Dress Ball — A plain and fancy dress calico ball will bo held at the Old English Fair on Friday evening next, when there will he a revival of the Old English dances. A capital orchestra has been provided, end no doubt from the novelty of the proposed ball a number of visitors will he present on the occasion.

The Local Board of Health.—We understand that Dr. Doylo intends to move the following resolution at the next meeting of the Board of Health :—“ That delegates from the City Council and the local bodies having jurisdiction within the Christchurch district drainage area be invited to meet the members of this Board to consider what amendments are necessary in tno Public Health Acts.”

Weatheb Exchange — Yesterday — New Zealand, fine all over, light N.E. wind. Australia—On the west coast S.W. wind; rain, 017/n, and threatening. On south coast, strong W. wind, squally, and showery ; rain, 049 in. Tasmania—Moderate S.W. wind and fine. New South Wales—Light N.W., fine, but cloudy. Barometer—New Zealand—Bussell, 30.1 ; Wellington, 30.1 * Bluff, 29.9. Australia—Albany, 29 7; Portland, 29.8 ; Hobart, 29.5 ; Sydney, 30.0* The New Zealand Blondin. —On Saturday evening Morris, the New Zsaland Blondin, gave an eihibition of bis powers of walking and other performances on the tight rope at the Oddfellows’ Hall, Kaiapoi, under the patronage of the Mayer and borough councillors. There was a numerous attendance and the various feats of daring were greeted with general applause. Ho will mate hie first_ appearance to morrow evening, at the Exhibition, when there will be no extra charge for admission. The Kaiapoi Natives.—On Friday the Native committee held a meeting at the Bnnanga house, St. Stephens. It was decided to pay all accounts connected with the the recent gathering of the Ngaitahu tribe duriog the first week |of May, and an unanimous vote of thanks was passed to Mr Stephens, Bangiora, for his kindness in giving firewood for the school.

Waikabi. —The resilenta in tl® already settled portion of this rising township are persistent in their efforts to obtain a siding platform where the North road crosses the line. It certainly seems hard that during the winter weather the majority of the public should have a weary trudge from the railway station over a mile of rough shingle road, when the train by being stopped at the point named would permit of their alighting instead of carrying them past their destination. The residents, it is understood, have come to some understanding to pay for a small platform if the permission can be obtained fur its erection.

Magistrate's Court, Kaiapoi. —At this Court on Friday, before J. O, Porter, Eiq., 8.M., Thus. Brown, apprehended for wife desertion, was remanded to Christchurch Court. Two first offenders, found incapable from drink, were fined each s>, with the alternative of twenty-four hours’ imprisonment. On Saturday, before Mr Porter, J. Patrick, charged with vagrancy, having been complained of for begging from houae to house, was sentenced to six months’ imprisonment with labor. In this case it was shown that prisoner made particular inquiries at the houses called upon if the master was at home, and on being satisfied that he was not within displayed his character as a sturdy mendicant. Three first offenders during the day wore fined in the usual amount for drunkenness, or imprisonment on being unable to pay the finea.

Tai Tapu Sparrow Club —The annual meeting of this club was held in the District Library on Friday evening last. There was a fair attendance of members. The chairman, Mr E. Rainey, laid before the meeting a statement of accounts, which showed the club to be in a healthy condition. After the customary vote of thanks to the retiring chairman, the meeting proceeded to take into consideration the necessity of continuing the club, the opinion of the meeting being that it should be continued until some better system was iu force to keep down destructive birds. The matter of getting members was next discussed, and as it was reported at the meeting that some in the district were unfavorable to the club, it was resolved to call a public meeting for Wednesday, 31st instant, at 7 p.m., in order to ascertain the opinion of the people with respect to its existence, Banqioka Volunteer Fire Brigade.— The annual meeting of this brigade was held on Thursday evening, Mr Superintendent Gulliver presiding. There was a full attend* anco, and also representatives of the burgesses of the borough, Mr H. Blackett, treasurer, presented a statement of accounts •howing the total receipts for the year to be £63 18s 2d. The balance in hand, £ll ss, was adopted. On the motion of Mr B. Aherne, seconded by Mr H. Blackett, sen., a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the members of the brigade, who were complimented upon their efficiency and the order of their plant. A managing committee of firemen Blackett, Wadey, Barrel!, MoAleer, Jones, Willis, and the chairman—was elected. Votes of thanks were accorded to the auditors. A discussion took place on the question of the brigade's attendance at fires outside the borough, as the Boad Board did not contribute towards their funds. The purchase of a steam fire-engine was again considered, Mr Johnston (Mayor) reported what bad been decided thereto by the Borongh Council, and it was decided the best course would be to make a general canvass. Fireman H. Blackett was re-elected treasurer, and after passing some formal business the meeting adjourned. Hbathcotb Road Board.— A meeting of the above Board was held on Friday last at the Board room, Ferry road, at 10 a.m. PreBent —Messrs F. Jones (chairman), J. S. Monok, W. Attwood and J. B. Brown, An apology was received from Mr Ford. The receipts were reported to be £75 9s lid. The clerk was instructed to write to the Tramway Company relative to the way the contractor is neglecting to keep the road in repair. It was decided to call a meeting of ratepayers re closing roads by E.B. 1146,1150, and others. The chairman reported re Wilson’s road that he had met Mr Pavitt and the clerk of the Sydenham Borongh Council on Wilson’s road, and it was agreed that levels should be taken before deciding what was to be done. Pursuant to notice Mr Jones moved— •* That the resolution stating that the Board could not undertake the collection of the drainage rate, if not put iu a position to do so before the 15th May, be rescinded,” Carried— Mr Attwood dissenting. The following correspondence was read and dealt with:—Mr A. Walker, re state of Retreat road. Attended to. Drainage Board, stating that notice would be given before opening roads in the district. Same, stating that sump in Gloucester street east would not give the relief asked for, as the fall was the other way. Mr B. J. Loughnan (three letters) re drainage in front o£ his house. To bo informed that surface drainage can be given by the side channel, and the Board will put as many rows of pipes across the footpath as he wishes, if the pipes are supplied. Mr S. Martindalo, re stone in valley. Offer accepted, Mr S. Frisk, re water on his land. To be informed that if he will provide outlet the Board will put pipes in, Colonial Treasurer, enclosing circulars. To be considered at next meeting. After passing accounts for £304 6s 4d, the Board adjourned. Little Eakaia.—A meeting of ratepayers was held in the schoolroom. Little Eakaia, on the evening of the 26th inst., re the action of the North Bakaia Board of Conservators in levying a special rate. Present—Messrs W. Gabbie (in chair), E. Thompson, P. Campbell, M. Morshead, James and Juhu Craig, E. Gorman, S. Soott, T. McCormick, O. F. Smith, and others. MrP. Campbell proposed, and Mr S. Soott seconded, the following resolution —“That the district be divided, and that the Little Eakaia district spend its own rate for its own protection.” On the motion of Mr Thompson, seconded by Mr Craig, it wai resolved—“ That Messrs Campbell, Soott, McCormick, Craig, Moishead, Sloan, ;Bmith, and Gabbie, be appointed a deputation to wait on the Board of Conservators to lay their grievances before them, and that the chairman bo requested to advertise the date of the next meatiog of the Board, so that the deputation might then wait on them,” Oa the motion of the chairman it was also resolved—- “ That this meeting views the action of the Eiver Board in imposing a special rate as an act of injustice, and fails to see how the boundaries for said rate can be defined ; that Mr Osborne’s notice of motion be not entertained, as it is unjust and one-sided, and that the present meeting have no confidence in the present B .ard of Conservators.” A vote of thanks to the chairman closed the meeting. Oxford Amateur Dramatic Society.— On Wednesday evening the company selected for production Bouoicault’s “Colleen Bawn.” There was a fairly good house, but as tho company had played this some twelve months ago the houae was not to good as if a new piece had been put on. The scenery was very good, especially the cave scene, which ■ with the lime light had a very pretty effect. Miss B. Thompson, as on the last occasion, made a very good Colleen, and was well seoondrd by Mrs Thompson, Miss Hammond, and Mrs Bluett, as Mrs Creagh, Ducie and Sheelah respectively. Mr Kneeshaw made a good Hardress, and Mr Ooltman took the part of Father Tom, and made the most of it, tome of his hits being very telling, but the brunt of the play centred in Mr C. Thompson as Myles-na-Ooppalccn, who kept the house in capital spirit, his dress and brogue alike in capital unison. Afror the performance, dancing was indulged in until the small hours, all present seeming to thoroughly enjoy themselves. The Old English Fair. —The attendance at the fair of the public on Saturday was good, and the drolleri- s of Punch and Judy, Biohardson’a Show, and the other amusements provided were highly appreciated. Tho company of artists engaged in the various side shows has been largely reinforced, and the performances are well worth the price of ad mission alone, without the view ot the quaint old English street into which tho drill-shed has been transformed. The fair will bo open to-day, when a host of attractions are announced, including the time-honored inslilu tion of Jack in the Green, &c., offering to visitors quite a plethora of amusements. Poultry Fanciers. — A meeting of poultry fanciers was held on Saturday, at the Kingston Hotel, to consider the advisu 1 iiity of forming a Poultry, Pigeon, and O. nary Society in Sydenham. About twenty gentlemen were present. After a lengthy discussion it was resolved that Messrs Wragg, Howlands, Bowse, Johnston, and Malcolm, be appointed • committee to canvass Sydenham for the names of gentlemen wishing to join such a society, the committee to report at a general meeting, to bo held on Tuesday, 6th Jane, at the Oddfellows’ Hall, bjdeuham. Tattebeall’S. —Elsewhere ia reported the annual meeting of this club, held in their premises adjoining the Commercial Hotel. Tho reading room preaentß a comfortable appearance, being fitted up with excellent new tables and furniture, an attractive and aesthetic clock has also been procured.

Aooidrnt. —Dr. Boss, of Ashburton, mot with a nasty accident in the hunting field on Saturday afternoon. Ho was out in company with members of the Ashburton Hunt Club for a run with the hounds near Tmwald, and on making for the big water jump on the steeplechase course the horse ha was nding, and several others, fell in a cluster, the result being that Dr. Ross broke his right leg just below the knee, but the others who came to grief with him escaped without injury. Fortunately Dr, Leahy was on the spot, and after tendering what assistance he could there, he saw to the injured gentleman’s removal to hie residence in Ashburton. 8t- John’s Church, Eanqioba. —lt has been decided by the vestry of this Church to hold a bazaar in aid of the building fund in the month of August, the sum raised to be devoted to paying the cost of erecting a now nave. R.M. Court, Southbridgb. —At this Court on May 26th, before E. J. Loe, Esq , J.P., J. Young was charged on remand with maliciously wounding. He was on the application of counsel for the prosecution, further remanded to Friday, 2nd June. A first offender for drunkenness, was fined 20s for this offence.

Russell's Flat School. The elder ohildten, with Mr Pole and Miss Craighead, teachers, visited the Exhibition and t Museum on Thursday, accompanied by three of the committee, Messrs Craighead (chairman), Robertson, and Mann. It was evidently enjoyed by the pupils more than any previous annual treat ever afforded them. Large Turnips. —Six turnips grown on Mr John Hart’s farm at Selwyn weigh seventy-eight and a half pounds. The turnips are of the purple top variety, and taken from a paddock of twenty-five acres, in which there are many more of equally large dimensions. They are now to be seen at John Henry’s store, Dnnsandel. Eanqioba Linseed Company. — A general meeting of promoters and intending shareholders has been convened for this evening, when the question of floating the company will bo seriously considered. After some delay the provisional directors are said to have obtained full information of the cost of plant and machinery, as well as an estimate of the cost and profits from growing linseed and obtaining a commercial value for its products.

Burnham. —The master of the Burnham Industrial School acknowledges with thanks the receipt of £2 from Mr T. Quill, also £1 from hia Worship the Mayor, and l7a fid collected by a friend. Those amounts were hauded to him on Saturday, when the band was playing at the Exhibition. He has twenty more boys learning, and as they ere anxioas to get more instruments, further subscriptions will be most thankfully received. 3t. Paul’s. —A soiree and service of song in connection with St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Christchurch, will take place at the Oddfellows’ Hall on Thursday next. City Council —The ordinary meeting of the City Council will be held this evening. Prior to the regular a special meeting will take place, to confirm the by-law for licensing drays, carts, and express waggons, to confirm the resolution making a special rate of three farthings in the £ for the removal of nightaoil, and the by law for regulating the licensing of tramway carriages, owners, drivers, guards, Ac., and general regulations connected with the working ot the tramways in the city.

Two men were discussing the wonders of modern science :—Said one— ‘ Look at astronomy, now j men have learned the distance to the stars, and with the spectroscope they have even found out the substances they are made of.’ ‘Yes,’ said the other, ‘but strangest of all to me is how they found out all their names 1 ’

An agent for tho sale of some household article attempted to mount the steps of a house recently, bub the dog came round the corner and took a half yard ot cloth from the back of his coat. The man was sliding out, when the owner of the house asked—‘Did dose dog bide you?’ ‘Ho didn’t bite me, but be ruined .my coat,’ was the reply. ‘My goot friend, excuse dese dog, if he didn't bide you. He is young dog now, but by-and-bye he shall take hold of some agents and eat der bones right out of them. He bides a coat now, bat he shall soon do potter.’

A Reporter’s Start.—Young Fitzalamode has just entered journalistic life, and is going to *• out a swath.” He believes in putting a groat deal of “ colour" in his items, and prides himself on the mellifiuousness of bis work. He sharpened up a couple of pencils at both ends this morning and began : —“ We regret to inform our readers that the estimable Miss Jones, of Jonesboro, daughter of Congressman Jones, and grand-daughter of the well-known founder of the village of Jonesboro, has met with a serious accident. As she was driving along the boulevard at the speed of the wind, the horse, a half-brother of Maud S. and full sister of St. Julien, became suddenly startled by the uprising of a covey of partridges, whioh are unusually numerous in that section this season, and promise a good deal of fan for the sportsmen when the law is off, and as they circled, the frightened steed tore down the avenue like mad until stopped by the gallant hand of officer 73 of the Ninth Ward. Her injuries were a contusion of the ankle, which did not amount to a fracture, and the unfortunate girl was carried home to her grief-stricken parents and sympathising friends.”—“New Haven Register.”