THE GLOBE. MONDAY, JUNE 5, 1882.

Globe, Volume XXIV, Issue 2545, 5 June 1882, Page 2

THE GLOBE. MONDAY, JUNE 5, 1882.

Licensing Committee. —At to day’s meeting, Bast Christchurch, the chairman intimated to counsel (Mr Longhrey) that a preliminary committee meeting would bs held to dieouss the propriety or otherwise of acceding to requests for extensions of the hours of closing. The main point to be argued was as to what class would be convenienced by the earlier, and what class inconvenienced by the later, hour of closing, Christchurch Poultry Show,—Late entries for the above show will be received between 730 and 9 p.m. this evening at the Shades. Canvassing at Elections.—The placing of some restriction on canvassing at Parliamentary elections, says the London “ Times,” is proposed in a Bill that is again introduced by Mr Lloyd, M.P. This measure would wholly prohibit candidates and their paid agents from canvassing either personally or by letter ; and in case of the employment of paid agents to canvass, it would be deemed a “ corrupt practice ” on the part of the candidate. Moreover, landlords and their agents would be debarred from canvassing their tenants, and the employers of labor and their agents from canvassing their employes. However, tho measure would not effect public meetings, or circulars, addresses, or other writings containing only a statement of a candidate’s political views. Another portion of the Bill would hinder candidates and their agents from hiring rooms in public-houses as committee rooms or for any other purposes connected with the election, except that they might use any hotel as ordinary guests. The penalty for infringing these provisions is fixed at £SO, to bo paid to any one who may sue for it.

Bbtibed Coloniai, Bishops.— The London correspondent of a contemporary says : It seems that the retirement of Dr. Bromby, the Bishop of Tasmania, brings the number of retired colonial bishops residing in this country up to twenty-three, and if the resignation of sees proceeds in the ratio which has recently obtained, the cx-oolon!als will soon equal in number the diocesan prelates of England and Wales. Avohsidb Ohubch. The dedication festival of Holy Trinity Church. Avonaide, took place yesterday. Early communion was celebrated, and matins and even »oog were fully choral. The congregation at each service was fairly good, considering the state of the weather. The Bev Mr Pasooe, inoambent, officiated at the services.

v Fashionable World.—Under this heading the ‘-Morning Poet,” of April let, publishes the following paragraph;—‘'Mr Gladstone, who is spending a quiet holiday at ilawarden, attended Divine service in the Pf* j ® . rcn ar| d read the lessons cn both Good Friday and Easter Day. Very largecongregations attended these services, the largo parish church being so filled that there was not standing room. The prayers were said by the rector, the Eev. Stephen Gladatone, the lessons were read most impressively by the Premier, and the Eev. W. Henry Cooper was celebrant and prenoher, taking for his text the 2nd verso of the 28‘h chapter of St. Matthew. The rev. gentleman preached a very excellent sermon, which was most attentively listened to by the large congregation.” Many Christchurch people will remember the Eev. Mr Cooper. Entertainment, Eangioha.—Mr T. 8. Mannering, r.f Ferns:de, kindly gave hie lecture “ Six Weeks in Romo” in the Church of England schoolroom, on Friday evening last, in aid of the funds towards completing the new building of the parish church. The attendance though not large was very appreciative, and a unanimous vote of thanks was accorded to the lecturer for the pleasant evening passtd.

Oi.AEETitLB. —On Friday evening an entertainment was given in the district schoolroom in aid of the church .funds for repairs. There was a large attendance, and the various items upon the programme were given with evideni satisfaction. The Eev. D. O. Hampton presided. Selections were rendered by Misses Uuwi.i, Winterbourne, Blakely, Mtnk and Anderson, and Mrs Hardey, Messrs Bate, Hunt, Neeve and Piiilau. The piano was kindly lent by Mr Piper, of Kaiapoi. Afterwards a private dance lock place among those who remained, which was kept up till a late hour.

Seetos. —A meeting of the Sefton Farmers’ Club was held in the Sefton Town Hall pn May 31st, when the the club was fairly represented. The Secretary read a copy of letters sent to the Road Board and Ambsrley Farmers’ Club, to neither of which an answer had been received. It was resolved that a deputation, consisting of Messrs Dick, Hopkins, and Barclay, interview the Bond Board re the small birds nuisance. A long discussion then took place with reference to the different sorts of seed drills, when a deal of useful information was elicited. Mr Dick reported that ha had sown some sorghum or sugar cane seed he received from the Kaiapoi Farmers' Club last year which grew to the height of from sft. to 7£ft., but, whilst it flowered, it produced no seed. He supposes because it was planted too late, and the frost caught it before it had time to seed. On the motion of Mr Stuart, seconded by Mr McLeod, it was resolved—“ That the Farmers’ Club take over the management of the ploughing match.” The following committee was appointed to carry out the details, viz., T. Hanna, W. Duffell, John Dick, James Ferguson, and John McLeod. A strong opinion was expressed against what is generally termed high cut being allowed at ploughing matches. Seme other details of minor importance was discussed, when the meeting adjourned till the usual meeting night, viz, the last Wednesday cf each month.

Bangioba Licensing Court.— The first meeting of the committee for this district was held in the Magistrate’s Court on Saturday. Present—Messrs A. Ivory (chairman), Johnston, B. Ellis and G. Wallace. A temporary transfer was granted from John Carpenter, of the Club Hotel, to Charles Stubbs j and from Henry Davis, of the Plough Inn, to John Carpenter, was confirmed. The following renewals (certificates) were granted John Koberts, Junction Hotel; John Mullin, Bad Lion Hotel; Charles Stubbs, Club Hotel j. John Carpenter, Plough Hotel. Wholesale license—License was granted to William Sansom, sen., of High street, Eangiora. J. Bobeits, by his solicitor, Mr Nalder, applied for a midnight license; and J. Mullin, by his solicitor, Mr Clark, made a similar application, The committee, however, refused both applications, the chairman ' remarking that at next quarterly meeting, if it was shown that it would be any public convenience the committee would give the matter due confide ation. Application was also made by Messrs Heberts and Mullin to be relieved of the condition to keep lamps burning in front of their hotels. The committee refused the applications.

r EAlNAOE.—Typhoid fever is prevalent everywhere, and many persons (says the Melbourne “ Argus ”) attribute its presence amongst u» to the offensive stench which emanates from the drains which carry off the sewage. It escapes into the air through the ventilation holes, which occur at intervals of every 100 yards along the sewers, which are laid down in the middle of the streets. As, however, the system of ventilation is based npon the principles laid down by Mr Eawlineon, consulting sanitary engineer to the London Board of Trade, who is regarded as one of the highest authorities in the world, it is not likely that we have made a mistake. Those who know something of the subject declare that the mischief arises from the small number of houses that are connected with the drains, and thac directly the connexions become general all cause of complaint will cease. At present, it is said, sufficient water does not flow into the drains properly to flush them, the consequences being that gases are generated, and their offensive odours escape through the vent holes ; but all this will be remedied as soon as the system is in general operation, and the health of the community {will be considerably improved. We who are householders and know little of sanitary science, fervently hope that this may ba so. The City Council has passed a resolution that the Government should be urged to appoint a commission to inquire into the deep drainage works, but it is not at all probable that the request will be complied with.

Dinner. A most enjoyable gathering took place on Saturday evening at the Foresters’ Hotel, when Mr Crompton, cue of the firm of Crompton and Kirk, of the Crown Ironworks, Armagh g:reet, invited the whole of the employes to dinner. The cause of the gathering was to celebrate the inauguration of the new firm, and to welcome Mr A. E, Kirk, for twenty years manager of the Canterbury Foundry, who has recently joined Mr Crompton. Mr Searle provided a very excellent spread, and about fifty were present. Mr Crompton occupied the chair, and Mr Morris the vicechair. After the usual loyal leasts had been duly honored, the vice chairman proposed the health of Mr Crompton, alluding to the change which had taken place, and trusting that the new firm would have a prosperous career. This was heartily responded to. Ur Neil Black then in a very felicitous speech, proposed tho health of Mr A. E. Kirk, speaking in h’gh terms of the ability, probity, and business capacity of that gentleman, whose advent to the firm he felt sure would be the means of still further increasing the well-won reputation of the Crown Iron Foundry. The toast was drunk with great enthusiasm. Mr Kirk in response thanked the employes for the kic.dly welcome given to him on the occasion of his advent to the firm. Ho then went on to detail the improvements and extensions proposed in the foundry, which ho said it was proposed to enlarge to nearly double its sire, so as to placs the Crown Foundry in a position second to none in Christchurch. The health of Mr Neil Black followed, to which that gentleman responded in a neat speech. Mr Kirk then proposed “ The Press of New Zealand,” coupled with the name of Mr Briggs, who responded. Several songs were sung during the evening, and a most enjoyable time spent by all present.

R.M. Cotjbt, Lbeston. —Before H. P. Hill and W. D, Lawrence, Esqs., J.P.’s,, on Thursday, J. Young, for unlawfully stabbing, was remanded for a week, same bail being allowed. Jas. Cunningham was charged, on information of J. gowden, with treipassing on hie land in pursuit of game with dog and gun. Pined £1 and costs. Bluett y Malone, claim £l4 63 6d. Judgment for plaintiff, with immediate execution. Webster v Malone, claim £l4 8j 6i. Immediate execution was granted in this case. Hannaford v Duffy, claim £5 16*. for wages. Mr Izard for plaintiff. After hearing evidence for and against, judgment was given for plaintiff for £5 13s 4id and expenses. Cameron v Malone, claim for £lB 61 9d. Judgment, with immediate execution, was given in this case. Wauchop and Cameron ▼ Malone, claim for £lB 13s 7d. Immediate execution was also granted in thie case. Mr Alston made application that this Court should adjourn to Monday, s'.h insiaot, at two o’clock, to try an obtain an B.M , owing to there being several extended jurisdiction cases. The Bevision Court was adjourned to next Court day, at Southbridge,

Kaiapoi Wooxxbn Company.— The applications for the final issue of 1399 shares in this flourishing company closed on Saturday. The number applied for is largely in excess of the required amount. Acknowledgment.— The house steward of Christchurch .Hospital bega to acknowledge, with thanks, the receipt of a contribution of JBXO from Mr E. B. Bishop (through his Worship the Mayor of Christchurch) towards the Destitute Patients’ Belief fund. , . St. Albans’ Chubch, Ohoka. —Divine service was held in the newly consecrated church at Ohoka on the evening of Wednesday, 31st May, The following clergymen were present:—Yen. Archdeacon Dudley, E eve. H. G. Gould, D. O. Hampton, J. Sheldon, O Qosiett, and the curate, Bev. F. Inwood. The service commenced with the 179th'hymn, A. and M., sung as a processional while the clergy entered the church at the western doorway Evening prayer was read by the curate, assisted by the Rev. H. G. Gould ; Rev. O, Gorsett read the first lesson, Rev- D. Hampton the second. The Yen. Archdeacon Dudley preached from the words, “Let thy priests bo clothed with righteous-

ness, and let thy saints sing with joyfulness” to a very’ good congregation, considering the threatening appearance of the weather. The residents at Ohoka may be congratulated upon the completion of this pretty country church, which is a valuable addition to the township of Ohoka. That the building has been so successfully tided over financial difficulties is due mainly to the efforts of the building committee, Messrs Baker, Harris, Lette, Taylor, Hopkins, Burrell, Willisoraft, Garnett, Barker, and Kitchen, who have spared no pains to carry out the work in accordance with the plans drawn out as a labor of love by Mr Barker. The Wakanhi Blbctoeal Roll —At the Resident Magistrate’s Court, Ashburton, on Friday, before J. Bea Wick, Bsq., R.M., and O. Percy Oox, Esq., J.P., the hearing of the adjourned cases of objection to certain names on the Wakanui electoral roll occupied the greater part of the day, and reauPed in a great deal of argument between counsel engaged on both sides as to the proper construction to be

put on the various olauaes of the Regulation of Elections Act. On the first case being called, that of George Guild, Mr F. Wilding (who appeared in support of names objected to being retained on the roll) and Mr Garrick (who appeared to support the objections) occupied the attention of the Court for nearly an hour with a long list of technical arguments as to what should constitute a legal service of summons, and what should be considered a bona fide residence in any electoral district. Ultimately the hearing of the cases was proceeded with, and a deal of legal argument on both sides was adduced as each case was called on. The result of the hearing was as follows : —The names of George Guild, Nicholas Grigg, Spencer Stevens wore struck off the roll, each individual having loft the district. Jeremiah Scanlan was next called to show cause why bis name should not be struck off the roll. After a long argument by counsel as to the nature of the qualification, the Bench held that Scanlan was not legally in possession of the land on which he based his claim to vote, and ordered the name to be struck off. The name of Augustus Q. Earle was also struck off, there being no appearance of the defendant. The names of Francis Higgins and Charles Sheppard were struck off, both having ceased to hold possession of the properties in respect of which they claimed to vote. In the case of Stephen Giles, it was proved that he was not the person against whom the objection was intended. Giles’ name was therefore retained on the roll, and he was allowed 10s for expenses. John O'Gorman, John Kerr, Francis M'Oafferty, Daniel MeKendry, Patrick Marlow, William Neighbours and Thomas Caldwell failed to put in an appearance, and their names were struck off. An objection against Thomas Freelan was not substantiated to the satisfaction of the Bench, and Freelan’s name was retained, as was also the name of Duncan McMillan. There was no appearance in the cases of Michael Mahony, Charles Bisely, James Blackley, James Scarlet, Hugh Byrne, Andrew O’Mara, J. Hitohins, Matthew Mitchell and George Willeox, and their names were struck off. The name of Samuel Chris'ie was also struck off, proof being given that Christie had ceased to reside in the district, A witness in this case who had been subpoenaed was allowed 6a. In the case of Henry Funge his name was retained. Iu the matter of Patrick Casey a difficulty arose, there being two names on the roll, both answering to the same deseoription. After argument the Bench decided to strike one name off—that inserted by the Registrar, Mr Ward. The hearing of objections in the oases of Bobert Elston and John Devory was adjourned to Thursday next.

Abhbpeton Libbaby.— Pending the erection of the proposed new building, the upper portion of the Ashburton Town Hall has been fitted up a# a temporary reading room, and the remnanti of the books that escaped the late fire are now ready for circulation, whilst there is a fair supply of English and colonial papers placed on the table of the temporary room. In connection with the new building it might be mentioned that Mr Ward, the president of the library committee, has recently received the offer of a valuable donation towards the new structure from the Hon. W. S. Peter, this gentleman having offered to give the necessary stone for the building from his quarry, the library authorities to pay for quarrying and haulage only. Men who Get Credit for their Good Works —Watchmakers. The Consciousness of Importance. —Mrs Brown: “We are having some friends to dine with us on the 24th, Mr Green, and want yon to come and help to wait at table as usual,” The Family Greengrocer: “On the 24tb, ma’am ? I’m sorry to say I’m engaged on the 24th.” Mrs Brown : “ Dear me ! How unfortunate ! We are so accustomed to you, and you know our ways.” Mr Green : “Yes, ma’am. “ Couldn't you write and put off your friends till the week after ma’am.”— “Punch.”

Unreasonable Woman.—Some little time ago an American gold-digger’s wife sued for a divorce on the ground of cruelty—her husband would not buy her gloves. But the District Court decided that coverings for the hands wore not “necessaries” for the spouse of a man who habitually fried bacon on a shovel, mended his clothes with old flour sacks, and ate his pork and beans out of the lid of the tin “ billy” in whioh he boiled his tea.