THE GLOBE. MONDAY, OCTOBER 23, 1882.

Globe, Volume XXIV, Issue 2666, 23 October 1882, Page 2

THE GLOBE. MONDAY, OCTOBER 23, 1882.

Tblbokaphio.—Telegraphic communication baa this day been established with the following elutions:—Pleasant Point (county of Geraldine), Weston, Enfield and Ngapara (county of Waitaki), Thb Lath Pbopebbok Qussooxr. —The following ia from the “ New Zealand Herald”:—"Our reader* will be Borprieed to observe in onr obituary the notice of the death of Professor Gussoott, medical herbalist. Ur Gasscolt’e figure must have been familiar to Auckland citizens, as he was frequently in Qaeen street, accompanied by hi* little boy. Deceased came from Canterbury about eighteen months ago, and was so successful here that he had decided to settle in Auckland. He bought a piece of land at Mount .Eden, end a few days ago a contract was let for the erection of a fine house. Deceased hsa only been ill for a few days. He was attended during bis illness by Dr. Goldsbro’ and Dr, Hsines.”

A Qkhtlb Squeeze.— A poor old woman was, same time ago, brought oat from England by a daughter who ia married to a person in good circumstances. There are six or seven other : daughters here, mostly married and with families- The old woman, after her arrival, lived for a while in peace and plenty, but eventually some disagreement arose amongst the parties, when she was turned out, and became chargeable to the Charitable Aid Department. Mr March forthwith put tbe law in motion to compel a maintenance from tbe daughters for their mother. Their husbands were brought up on several occasions, but as far as they ware concerned the proceedings failed; they were held not to be liable to contribute to the keeping of their mother-iu-law. Tbe women were then summoned, and after some delay were adjudged to contribute according to the means of their hnebands, making up in all a sum sufficient for the purpose. It appears that most of the daughters paid up ei they were ordered, but two of them, who wore required to pay each la weekly, persistently refused to do eo. They were 'brought up repeatedly before the Court, and ou each occasion made it evident that it was not tbe inability to pay the Is per week, which prevented thoir compliance, but rather the bitterness of a family dispute. Last week they were summoned, and failed to appear. The police, however, took care that they made their appearance this morning. Bat they were stiff not prepared to pay up. One of them, who had a child in her arms, cried out that it was a shame that a woman who was married, had children and a husband, should be held liable for anything, even for the support of an aged mother. They both urged tbe Magistrate to summons their husbands, who, no doubt, would do what was right. The Magistrate said he meant to make an end of the business, and ordered them to pay ap at ones or go to gaol for seven days. The women vowed that their husbands would not give them money to pay. The Magistrate assured them that in that case their husbands would have to console themselves alone while they were in gaol, and they were led away towards limbo in tbs polite manner which always distinguishes the members of the force. This summary proceeding appeared to work a change in the feelings of the ladies, for in a few minutes a message arrived from them with a proposal. It was accepted by the Bench, and they were allowed to go, with some advice as to their fntnre conduct. The Lath Bbv. J. D Fergus3oh—On Sunday night at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, Lyttelton, tbe pastor, the Bbt. Jas. Hill, delivered a very impressive sermcn upon “ Death,” taking his text from Luke xii., v 40—" Be ye, therefore, ready also,” Ac. In the course of the reverend gentleman’s sermon he referred in feeling and earnest language to the suddenness of the death of the Bev. J. D. Fergusscn. The deceased clergyman, he said, came to New Zealand twenty-two years ago in obedience to a request from the people of Lyttelton for a firstclass teacher. Mr Hill spoke of hie late friend’s exceptional ability in tbe department of education ; also how he, having before he loft the old country, studied for the ministry. After some years of teaching in Lyttelton he completed hit theological studies, and was admitted to the ministry by the Presbytery at Christchurch. Tbe speaker next spoke of the interest the rev. gentleman took in the ereotion of the present edifice of the trashy - torians at Fort; how he worked, canvassed, and finally raised the means to build it, and the warm attachment to it he continued to cherish for it to the last day of his life, and long after he had ceased to have any direct connection with it. When any special movement was afoot or any special call mads, the deceased gentleman, he said, felt a sincere pleasure in Helping, and he had done so but three weeks before his death. Mr Hill also spoke of bis efforts in the cause of religion ia various parts of the province—bis preaching at St. Paul’s and at the North Belt Churches, as well as at Boutbbr-dge and elsewhere—services which many who knew him were ready to testify to with gratitude, appreciation, and profit. As a teacher he possessed undoubted ability, as a minister he occupied a high place, as a man he was kind and worm hearted, and as a friend true, faithful, and trustworthy. The rev. speaker spoke of hi* own personal acquaintance with his late friend, an acquaintance that had extended over a period of nineteen years. His bereaved relatives, who he felt assured bad the deepest sympathies of many in Canterbury, and especially his sorrowing widow, had not been called upon to mourn without hope. Since the death of Dr. Campbell, Mr Hill said, he and his late teacher, minister, and friend had conversed frequently of death and eternity, aod be was sure he whose death they bad bean called upon to mourn cherished a humble and firm faith in tbe Lard Jesus Christ as hi* Saviour. Mr Hill closed his earnest and eloquent remarks by painting his hearers to the eternal rest upon which his late brother and friend had sntered, and praying them to fix their hopes sad hearts upon heaven.

CARnnriSHOOTiNa.—Ten of the H battery of artillery went through to Port on Saturday and made 483 points shooting at the butte. This is in competition with the shooting of the Guards, and the Lyttelton Navel Brigade, which scores the artillery beat.

A '•> Court Papajtui, 6585.—The usual .meting waa held at the Library, on Thursday last, when there ~. as a pttecqance of members, including memThistle of the Forest, Sydenham. After some of the general bun* the Court adjourned for harmony, when time very good songs, readings, and recita--003 ,woro rendered by the members of the , .Qourt, and also by the visitiog members. A thanks was accorded to the visiting brethren. P.O.R. Bro. Lockwood returned thanks, and informed the Court that the Sydenham members intended bolding a picnic at Governor’s Bay on the 9th of next month, when ha would be happy to see this Court take part in it._ .The remainder, of the business was routine. Several accounts were passed for payment. Bro. Cony, 0.8., closed the Court in due form.

Thb Public Library. —The frequenters of the reading-room at the Public Library have behaved very badly of late. Some 6f the newspapers are rendered totally useless for reading or reference by largo extracts being cut indiscriminately from them. The injury is not confined to the tingle paper, the out being often so deep as to spoil others. Unfortunately these wanton acta are not all committed by these who brow no better, as quite recently a person of some position in this city was seen purloining an extract. Nor does the mischief stop here, as on the day of the arrival of the last Sau Francisco mail a valuable periodical that was deposited in its allotted place in the morning was missing at 4 p m. of the same day. Surely it is not .asking too much of those who avail themselves of the facilities of the library to also study the literary wants cf ethers, and exercise a certain degree of ■elf-respect in a matter of so essentially a public nature. Bazaar. —The bazaar and fancy fair held at the Oddfellows’ Hall during Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, in connection with the Ghuioh of the Good Shepherd, came to & close on the latter evening. The special attractions have been Mr Seager in his sleight-of-hand performances, and Mr Davis in his ventriloqaial entertainment, both of which, have been hiihly appreciated and largely patronised. Mr Graham, Benr., who kindly worked his lathe daring, the period of the bazaar, has also presented a number of the articles made to the committee. A fairly good trade was done dnrlng the period, and it is probable that, after deducting anticipated, expenses, a net result of about JE2OO may be looked for. On Saturday evening, despite the unpleasant weather, there waa a very good attendance, the hall being well filled and a brisk trade done by the ladies in their wares. Before closing on Saturday evening, Mr W. A. Brown gave his services as auctioneer, and a number of articles were thus disposed of. A goodly stock of articles of ail kinds yet remain on hand, and will be retained for the present to form a display to a sale of work on a smaller scale, to be held locally, at a later date.

Fuhkbal.—The funeral of tbe late Ur T. B. Thompslns, which took place yesterday at the. Ohnrch of England cemetery, was attended by a large number of the members of the Loyal Benevolent Lodge, 1.0.0.F.,M.U., of which the aeotased was a fast Grand.

Northern Buiidihq Society. The meeting of shareholders of this society to consider the question of enlarging the operations of the society, by merging the present terminable society into a permanent society, takes place this evening at the society's office, Eaiapoi. Wbathbb Exchahqh. —New Zealand, Saturday—Depression south-east of New Zealand, with S.W. winds and overcast, showery and heavy sea at the Bluff. Australia, depression east of Australia, with southerly wind* to Tasmania. Barometer— Bussell, 29.9 j Wellington, 29.6; Bluff, 29 7* Albany, SO.O j Hobart, 29.7; Portland, 29 6; Sydney, 29 0 Eaiapoi Bible Club. —A meeting of the committee of this elnb was held at the Municipal Chamber on Friday evening; Ur O. Smith, a vice president, in the chair. A challenge from the Eowai Bids Club was received and accepted, and sundry items oC routine bcsiness transacted.

School Tbbat ax Watkbtoh.—On Friday last the children attending the Sunday school at Waterton were given ah outing on the sea beach, where the nsnal picnic spread was provided for the juveniles, and a number of sports were afterwards indulged in. Mrs J. Grigg, Miss Dawson, Mrs H. Donaldson, end other ladies provided the refreshment*.

Baih.—A welcome rain fell in the Northern districts on Friday night and Saturday, which did much to freshen up the grass and the cereal crops, and the farmers are for the present in better epiritt, seeing that a few days ago they were complaining of loss of cattle feed, and an apparent sickening cf tbe crops, which at this season, had it become general and permanent, must have militated seriously against harvest prospects, Thbatbioal.—The many friend* here and elsewhere of Mr Theo. Hamilton will be glad to learn of his safe arrival in England. From a private letter received by tne last San Francisco mail we learn that he was playing at Flymcnth, thence on to Manchester and Liverpool, After a visit to America an English provincial tour has been arranged for tha production of " Henry IV.” (first part), and “ The Merry Wives of Windsor,” in both of which Mr Hamilton will play the pan of burly Jack Falstaff. Eaiapoi Druids.—At the usual meeting of the Trafalgar Lodge, No, 153, at Bnmip’s Assembly Booms, on Thursday evening, Bro. A. Pearce, T.D., presided. There was a large attendance. Bro. J. Hirst, A.D., tendered his resignation, which was accepted. Two candidates were initiated and six nominated. Bro. Christie presented a handsome ballot-box, which was acknowledged with thanks.

Oak or Sydbhham Lodge.—The fortnightly meeting of the Oak of Sydenham Lodge of Druids was held on Wednesday night, A.D. Bro. Buck presiding. There waa a good attendance of members, also several visiting brothers. There was one candidate initiated into the mysteries of Drnidism and one brother admitted by clearance. Daring the adjournment for harmony, some good songs were sung by Bros. Eerr, Day, and Bollobon, After the usual routine business bad been gone through, and a vote of thanks given to tbe visiting brothels, the lodge woe closed.

Fibb at Sydbhham.—At aboat eight o’clock on Saturday evening a fire broke on* in a two-roomed cottage situated in Angnt street, Sydenham, which resulted in its total destruction. The ooouprnt was a widow named Jane Craig, the owner being Mr T. McFedria, who erected it about two years since at a cost of £7O. It was covered by a policy of insurance for £55 in tbe New Zealand Insurance Company. Mrs Craig’s furniture, which was all burnt, was uninsured. A five-roomed cottage, occupied by Mr David Ealer, had a narrow escape, but the neighbors got sufficient water fre-m a creek at the rear to prevent its catching fire. Mrs Craig states that she laid down on the conch and fell asleep, leaving a lighted candle on the table and a fire burning. As it was her hair was singed, and she escaped with difficulty, and is unable to assign any cause. The fire bells did not ring, neither did the brigade turn out.

EnteetAlsaient. —An entertainment, got np by Mr Qoodeve, master of the Bangiora district school, to rails funds to pnrohaM cricket material for the boys’ club, was held in the Literary Institute, Hangiora, on Friday evening, and passed off very Although the weather was unfavourable there was a good attendance. Bongs were given by the Misses White, Wilmot, and Bramley, Messrs Hammond, Scott, Harper, and G. B. Good. Mr and Miss Hunnibsil sang a dnet nicely. Instrumental pieces were rendered by Miss Shrimpton and Master Sharland, Miss A. Bramley, and Mr Harper, and readings were givon by Mr Wilmot, and Masters Noble and Thompson. Several of the scholars acted a sketch—“ Mr Honeydew’s Parlour” —with a good deal of spirit, and a number of the school children sang two pieces. The Misses Hnnnibell and Wilmot acted efficiently as accompanyiats to the singers. The amount realised was about £lO. Depaetmhut or Trad a akd Customs.— The following circular, issued by the Secretary and Inspector of Customs, is published for general information:— ■“ Wellington, 16. h October, 1882.—When samples accompanying representations as to the liability to duty of textile fabrics are banded to collectors for transmission to this office, care should be taken to procure a strip the whole width of the ma’erfal, and of sufficient size to allow of a sample thereof being forwarded to the various Custom Houses in the colony along with the notification of the commissioner's decision thereon.” The object is to establish, similarity of practice in the several porta.

Sudden Dbath, — Our Ksiapoi oorio spondent telegiaphg the following The sudden decease of the wife of Mr John Bnrgess, farmer, Girder Bridge, took place between "10 p.m. on Saturday and 6 a.m. on Sunday. She is fifty-nine years oF age, and ban been thirty years in the colony. Her former husband/* name was Thomai Qcviall. On Saturday she had mode a visit by rail to her son, Mr A, D. Hsssal), saddler, Oust, and appeared in her usual health. Her husband ■ays they retired to bed at 1,0, p.m., and on bis awakng on Sunday morning he found her deetd. Two year* ago deceased was visited with a stroke of epilepsy, and death is supposed to have been from a similar cause, Au inquest takes place to-day.” Shipping. —Messrs Dalgety and Co., looal agents for the Peninsula and Oriental Steam Nnvgation Company, have received the following telegram from Melbourne, dated 23rd October: —“P, and O. steamer Peshawar JUae been in collision at Colombo ; no serious dam age ; leaves for colonies this day.” B- M. Cocjbt, Kaiapoi.—At this Court this mo *ning, before 0. Whitefoord, B«q., B.M. in 4 he case of B. P. Bain, surveyor, vJ. Anderson, seedsman, Bangiora, £3O, for damage to a theodolite. Mr Joyce for plaintiff, Mr Button for defendant. It wae shown that whilst plaintiff was surveying in the North road, defendant"! vehicle drove against tho instrument and broke it. Judgment was given for plaintiff. Thb Chemical Firb Engine.— The delay that has arisen, and as yet prevented the trial of the chemical fire engine, ie unavoidable, owing to Mr Moddings not being able as yet to complete the communication as agreed between the scene of and the superintendent’s quarters; but it is expected that the whole will be completed beforo Mr Superintendent Harris’ term of office expires, when a trial will be made on one of the nnocoo pit d buildings in the Market Place, and thus the capabilities of tho engine will bo thoroughly tested. Several inrronnding municipalities who are minus a water supply are looking forward to the trial with agrest j deal of interest, for the reason that if the I trial is successful the chemical engine will be very generally used for purposes of fire extinction. Pebsbntation. —A presentation was made this afternoon to Mr Superintendent Harris, on behalf of the Fire Insurance Association, at tho rooms of tho Canterbury Agricultural anil Pastoral Association. The shape this expression of goodwill and esteem took on ttn occasion was a very handsome embossed silver cake basket, together with a purse of 100 guineas. The cake basket bore the following inscription : “ Presented by the Canterbury Fire Insurance Association to Mr Harris, with ICO guineas, in recognition of his valuable cervices as Superintendent of the Christchurch Fire Brigade daring a period of eighteen years.” The chair wes taken on the occasion by ATi- W. Ohrystaff, President of the Fire Insurance Association Association, and there were about twenty gentlemen present, representing the vaiions insurance offices in Christchurch. Found Dbownbd. —From information reeaived, Constables Flaherty and Sinclair proceeded at about three o’clock on_ Saturday afternoon to the Domain, where, lying in tho Biver Avon, about two chains above the Domain bridge, they found the body of a man named James Alexander, a compositor recently employed in tho “ Lyttelton Times ” office. The body was lying face downwards in tho water, about 2ft from the bank. The sum of 2s 8d was found in the pockets. B.M. CorrET, Sotjthbbidqe, At this Court on October 20tb, before Caleb Whitefodid, Esq., 8.M., and E. J. Leo and J. B. Campbell, Bsqs., J.F.’s, the following oases were dealt with Maintenance—ln the case of Jones v Jones, Mr Whitoombe, who appeared for plaintiff, applied for an adjournment, as his client was 'not in attendance ; Mr Alston, who appeared for the husband, contended that the fact of the parties now living together was sufficient to stop farther nrooeediegs ; the Court decided to hear plaintiff, and adjourned the case to November 2nd, at Leeston. Armstrong v Berg, claim £4, for rent; Mr Alston for defendant; judgment for £1 9a and costs. Doyle vJ. Watt; in this case a nonsuit was granted, on the application of Mr Alston for the plaintiff. B. Greaves v the Trustees in tho estate of W. Bosewarne, claim £4B 11s, for the conversion by them at Lincoln, in September, of thirty•even sacks of wheat, three-quarters of a tun of flour, and twenty bushels ol wheat, plsintiff’o property ; a number of witnesses having been examined on both sides, his Worship gave judgment for tho plaintiff for £3B 16s, costs of ons witness (10a), professional fee (£3 3f), and costs of Oonrt (£1 8s), total £43 17, ; Mr Alston, who appeared for defendants, observed that in defending this action the trustees had been actuated solely by a desire to protect the interests of the creditors ; Mr Izard, for plaintiff, said he was sure of that, as bo had received a letter from one of the trustees to that effect; his Worship considered the trustees hod taken the proper course; indeed, they would have been culpable had they done otherwise; the whole conduct of the case on the part of the trustees hod been open and straightforward Harding t Williams; in this case plaintiff sued defendant for £3O damages for assaulting him by palling his nose; Mr Alston appeared for plaintiff, and Mr Whitoombe for defendant; after bearing lengthy evidence on both aides, judgment was given for plaintiff for £2 damages, professional fee (£1 Is), and costs (£ll4s), total £4 15. The Court then rose. Ehtbbtainmbht.—A very successful concert and dramatic entertainment was given at Papanni Town Hall on Friday evening, when there was a good attendance. The musical part of the programme, which was under the direction and condnotorship of Mr G, L. Fleming, the organist of St. Paul’s, Papanui, comprised piano polo by Miss Jpynt, songs by Mrs Barry, Mrs Oridland, Miss Jackson, and Messrs Knox, Miles, Jennings, and Woledge. Tho songs by Messrs Knox and Miles were encored. The dramatic portion, under the stage managership of Mr A. Paul, consisted of the farce of “ The Wandering Minstrel.” The parts were all sustained by looal residents meat creditably, and the farce evoked roars of laughter. Altogether the entertainment was a great success.