THE GLOBE. MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1882.

Globe, Volume XXIV, Issue 2707, 11 December 1882, Page 2

THE GLOBE. MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1882.

Exposing Goods foe Sale. —At the Resident Magistrate’s Court this morning, the Bench again spoke very strongly in reprobation of the practice of hanging articles on the outsides of shops. Mr Ollivier said it was nothing short of offering a premium for theft, or for the freaks of drunken men. Shopkeepers deserve all the inconvenience or loss they thus bring upon themselves. Another Innocent Bellringer. —At the Resident Magistrate’s Court this morning, a man, who, on hearing the firebells ring on the night of November 25th, had thought it his duty to further increase the trouble of the Brigade by breaking the glass of an alarm box in Montreal street, was fined in the amount of £l, and 10s for two witnesses. He said he had no intention whatever of doing anything wrong. Prohibition Oedeb. —At the Kaiapoi Court to-day an order was made prohibiting publicans in the Kaiapoi, Mandeville, Rangiora, Eyreton, and Christchurch districts from supplying intoxicating drink to George Kelso. The Bench also extended the order to apply to brewers, merchants, and other persons. Kelso said he could get drunk in spite of any order. Mr Whitefoord said if he did so the Supreme Court would he moved to send him to the asylum. Bicycles on the Path. — A bicyclist who had ridden his machine on a footpath “ merely for the purpose of crossing it,” but who knocked down and seriously injured a woman in the operation, was brought up this morning and fined .£1 and costs of Court. It was stated also that the defendant, by a private arrangement with the injured woman, would be mulcted in a considerable sum as damages.

Papanui Sports Association. —A committee meeting of the above was held on Saturday evening, Mr C. E. Briggs in the chair. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. Mr Peterkin reported that he had made favorable arrangements with the Burnham Band to play on New Year’s Day. The secretary submitted the proof of the programme of sports, which, with a slight alteration, was adopted. It was resolved that the secretary take down the names of all subscribers, so that the same may appear in full on the annual balance-sheet. The secretary received instructions to publish the programme in the Press and " Lyttelton Times” of December 16th, 23rd, and 30th.

Lyttelton Naval Brigade. —The sham fight at Quail Island took place on Saturday night as promised, the Lyttelton Naval Brigade only taking part. The attacking party was in charge of Second Lieutenant Dransfield, and the island was held by

Lieutenant McLellan with his party. Blue lights were burnt every now and then to show the position of the attacking boats, and by means of rockets the weakest positions of the defence were from time to time re-enforced. Whether the island was captured is a moot question. The enemy certainly succeeded in landing, but it is alleged only to find themselves in danger of either being shot down, bayoneted, or drowned failing to regain their boats. On the island strict barrack and field discipline was maintained. Sentry and picket drill was followed throughout the night with the regulation bugle calling, &c. Yesterday the second lieutenant conducted divine

service, and in the afternoon the men returned to Lyttelton feeling well pleased and benefited by the outing. The Lyttelton Brass Band kindly gave their services, marching with the brigade to the wharf on Saturday night, and playing them home on their return. Mr Smith, the keeper of the quarantine premises on Quail Island, was exceedingly kind, doing all that lay in his power to render the visit of the blue jackets one of pleasure, and it is due also to the volunteers to state that their attention to the commands of their officers and conduct when off duty were all that could be wished.

Ferry Eoad Tramway. — A very pleasant outing was afforded on Saturday afternoon to little party of genial spirits, who, at the invitation of the Tramway Company, proceeded on the first trip over the line to the Ferry bridge, in celebration of the opening of the tramway to that point. The three cars were well filled, and many a merry quip and crank passed en route. On reaching the new piece of line, which extends from Woolston to the bridge, very favorable comments were made as to the smoothness of the running, testifying to the admi able manner in which both engineer and contractor had discharged their duties. The length of the extension opened on Saturday is one mile and a quarter, and, after passing the Steam Wharf, the line was on the outside of the road, leaving the centre free for traffic of vehicles, &c. On reaching the present terminus, the visitors were heartily greeted by Mr George, the landlord of the Heathcote Arms, and a cordial invitation given to partake of a very tempting luncheon. Mr John Ollivier, the prince of prandial presidents, was in the chair, his Worship the Mayor of Woolston, Mr Hopkins, occupied the vice. After ample justice had been done to the very excellent providing of Mr George, the following toasts were given and heai-tily responded to :■ —“ The Tramway Company,” responded to by Mr Peterkin ; “ The Engineer and Contractor,” responded to by Mr M. Davie and Messrs Ogilvie and Wadey; “ The Mayor of Woolston,” responded to by Mr Hopkins ; “The Visitors,” responded to by Mr C. E. Briggs ; “ The Press,” res2>onded to by Mr Hart; and “ The Host and Hostess,” responded to by Mr George. A very pleasant time was spent by all present, and shortly after 6 p.m., the visitors were landed in the square. Archibald Forbes os the Capitals op New Zealand. —Mr Forbes, in replying to a toast in Dunedin, said with regard to the statistics that had been quoted by Mr Wilson, a non-receptive person might nave been glad to rush away to his native land and escape them ; but he, on the contrary, had taken them all in, and was prepared next day to pass a competitive examination upon the imports and exports of New Zealand for the last ninety-five years, giving the totals for each separate month. He had heai-d to-night that Dunedin was the commercial capital of New Zealand, and this a little bewildered him, seeing that when in Invercargill a few days ago he was told that Invercargill was entitled to that distinction. At Balclutha also, on Saturday last, ho was informed that if it had not been for an unfortunate bar that town would have been the commercial capital, and at Port Molyneux they said that but for a shifting river there was every prospect of Port Molyneux aspiring to the position. On his visit, to Auckland last May ho had been given to understand, also, that that city was certainly the chief centre of commerce; hut this momentous question would, of course, he for him to decide after visiting all the capitals and hearing all the statistics. [Laughter.} One thing he was firmly convinced of —viz., that the capital cf Great Britain was the city of Aberdeen. He did not know much of the statistics of his native place, or he would retaliate upou Mr Wilson with a large bundle of them, as he was sure all wore glad to bo favored with them moderation and at Intervals. [Laughter.] One thing he had noticed about antipodeans, that they went Home as a rule, with an anxiety to stay at Home ; but. after being there for a short time, found their old associations broken up, and felt a desire to come back to what was in reality their homo. He (himself) bad had experience of this ; but at the same time the memory of the Old Country was a pleasant one, and he hoped it would always be maintained by them in the same graceful and sentimental manner. Licensing] Committee, Waipava— At the quarterly meeting of the licensing committee for this district, hold on Saturday, at the Road Board office, Waikari, these were present, Messrs J. D. Lance (chairman), Johnston, Little, and Parkerson. Mr Watson applied on behalf of H. McLean, licensee of the Great Northern Hotel, Waikari, and A. L. Glasson, of the Hurunui Hotel, for extension of licenses till 11 p.m., which, in both cases, were refused. The tempoi ary transfer of the license of the Hurunui Hotel from W. J. Norrie to A. 1,. Giasson was confirmed.

Enterprising. The shopkeepers of Bower High street have, during the past few weeks, been devising means for drawgeneral public down that portion ot the 1 city. Last week they erected a. band rotunda, and on Saturday evening last the Hibernian band performed a well selected programme. The attendance of the general public was very large, and no doubt the various shopkeepers who have provided the necessary funds will reap their reward. It is intended to have fireworks and balloons on Saturday next. Amuri County Election. —The election for a member to fill tbe vacancy in the County Council caused hy the retirement °f Dr. Wardale has fallen through, in consequence of no nominations having been made up to noon on Friday. Notice will be given of a new election.

Concert.— As will be seen elsewhere, Mr Corriek will give a concert to-morrow evening in the Congregational Schoolroom, Manchester street, in aid of the orgasi fund of the church. The programme comprises principally overtures, selections, <s:c., by his band, which has been established for the purpose of giving his pupils opportunity for the practice of orchestral music, and in addition to some twelve of his pupils Mr Pooley (cornet), will assist witk two of his pupils, also other gentlemen. Rangiora Linseed Company. — A meeting of the directors was held on Friday evening. Present—Mr J. Johnston (chairman), Messrs Buckham, Fulton, Boyd, and. Blackett. It was decided to give notice of the first call of five shillings per share, to be paid in March next. The Secretary reported that the payme ts on allotment were coming in satisfactorily. After passing some accounts, and transacting other routine business, the meeting terminated

Ellesmere Licensing Committee.— The quarterly licensing meeting for this district was held at the Road Board office, Leeston, on the 9th instant. Present— Messrs E. J. Lee (chairman), J. R. Campbell, J. Barnett, and H. Overton. The police report for the past quarter was considered satisfactory. Mr F. Matthews, Irwcll Hotel, applied for an extension of hi» license from 10 to 11 p.m.', which was refused on the ground that it was not required. A similar application was made by Mr William James, Railway Hotel, Doyleston. Mr Alston appeared for applicant, hut the necessary notice not having been served on the clerk to the Bench, the application was rejected as informal. Mr Jeremiah Deal applied for a license for a new hotel at Leeston. Mr Alston, who appeared to support the application, produced plans, and asked the Bench to examine them and to give an expression, of opinion as to whether the proposed house would meet the requirements of the township. The Bench refused to see them, and also objected to giving an opinion as to the probability of a license being granted at the annual meeting in June, which was the only time they had power to deal with applications for fresh licenses. Oxford Races.—A public meeting was held in Mardon’s saleroom on Friday evening to make the preliminary arrangements for these races. There was a fair attendance ; Mr W. F. Pearson was voted to the chair. He said that he had no balance-sheet from last year to lay before the meeting, and had a telegram from the late secretary and treasurer, saying he could not lay his hands on it, as it had been mislaid. He should suggest that this year the stakes should not be advertised until they saw the amount of money they could raise, and then before the meeting this could be divided in a proportion to be fixed at one of the meetings. It was proposed and carried —“ That the Oxford race meeting be held on Saturday, 17th March, St. Patrick’s Day.” Mr J. Dobson was appointed as hon. secretary, and Mr J. Fisher as hon. treasurer. The secretary was requested to see Mr W. H. Lee, and ask if he would consent to act as president to the race committee, and write the undermentioned gentlemen, and ask if they would consent to act in the following capacities in connection with the meeting, viz.—Judge, Mr Plaskett; starter, Mr H. Flitch ; clerk of the course, Mr F. Crowe ; clerk of the scales. Captain J. Smith g stewards—Messrs G. W. H. Lee, G. Plaskett. H. Horrell, H. Flitch, G. P. Chapman, Peter Wright, A. S. Strangman, H. Sedcole, R. H. Parish, J. E. Thomson,. A. Ashworth, John Mullin, and H. Moody. Messrs Pearson, Strangman, and Dobson were appointed as a sub-committee to draw up a programme and submit it to tbe next meeting. It was decided that the next meeting should he held on Thursday 21st instant, at 8 p.m., and that all subscribers to the funds should be allowed to attend and vole. Subscription lists were issued to ten of those present, who undertook to canvass in the various parts of the district. A vote of thanks to the chairman terminated the meeting.

Mebivale. —A sale of work of a useful and ornamental description was held on. Saturday afternoon in the schoolroom, Papanui road, which was very tastefullyset out. One of the most attractive features was a tastefully arranged flower stall, in which ferns and flowers were very prettily arranged. A large Christmas tree was also a source of attraction to many youthful eyes. An elegant collection of Christmas cards, in various settings, was quite a feature in the room, which at every point bore abundant evidence of good taste. Mr Atcherley sent several water colors, among which were the “ Sugar Loaf

Rock, Waiwera,” and the ‘‘Cave Rock, Sumner.” From the opening hour at 1.30 there was a continuous stream of visitors. In the evening the Dramatic Club repeated, the well-known farce “ Raising the Wind.” the various characters in which were well sustained. Too many thanks cannot be accorded to those ladies who have worked so zealously for some time past, as it is mainly due to their efforts that the sale was so decidedly successful. R.M. Court, Eakaia. —Tt the sitting of this Court on December Bth M. Nolan, A. Withel, J. Stewart, E. Lake, T. Clifford,. L. Abrahams, J. Thompson, and D. Duncan were each fined 5s and costs 3s fo’r having horses and cattle found wandering on > the public roads. For ill-treating a. horse by riding it when its hoof was separating from the foot A. O’Neil was fined .£2 and costs 5s lOd. The case against E. S. Low, charging him with, leaving a horse tied to a cart without attendance for twenty-four hours in the rain, was dismissed. P. McCullen was fined ,£2, costs 15s, for ill-using a dog at Chertsey. In the case C. Hardy v W. B. Compton, claim for goods supplied, judgment went by default for plaintiff. Council Meetings. —The ordinary meetings of the City and St. Albans Borough Councils take place to-night. Seaemoin Ghaelic. —On Christmas Day the Rev. Alexander McLenau, who has recently been appointed to the Presbyterian, charge of the Slethven and Mount Somers districts, will conduct a service in the Ashburton Presbyterian Church in the Gaelic language. The rev. gentleman, we understand, is a thorough master of the Gaelic tongue, so that those in the district that are at all acquainted with the language may expect a treat.

A Little Incident. —Quite an amusinglittle incident occurred the other evening in the parlors of a house—well, say on Polk street—which will illustrate the necessity of a man's always keeping his wits about him when trying to deceive his wife. Among the guests there assembled were, let us call them, Mr and Mrs '/!. and Mrs V. The company were amusing themselves with music, when outer upon the scene, rather hurriedly, Mr V. Chid en by his wife for making so tardy an appearance, Mr V. excused it by saying he had been to get shaved, adding, far the purpose of teasing his wife, as it was not true, that he had patronised the lady barber, and he could not sooner get away from her. ‘ Oh, you horrid wretch,’ exclaimed Mrs Z., ‘ how .could you go to such a creature P Now, my husband,’ giving Mr Z. a loving look, * would never think of such a thing, would you, deary ?’ Mr Z., swelling with a look of conscious rectitude, elevates his head as ho replies, ‘ No, indeed, my love.’ Mr V. bore in silence the numerous reproaches levelled at him by the ladies, and. at last quiet was restored, when Mr Zwho had spent the time in deep thought, evidently forgetful of his surroundings, suddenly asked, ‘ Which one was it who shaved you, V., was it Rose or Blanche?* thus giv.ng himself dead away. Tableau,— San Francisco Newsletter.

Templary. —As will be seen by advertisement, a public meeting will bo held this evening in the Templar Hall, "Worcester street, in which addresses will be delivered by the Rev. T. Roseby, LL.D., Messrs Jago, Cameron and others, well-known and appreciated speakers. Doors will be open at eight and admission will be free.