THE GLOBE. MONDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1882.

Globe, Volume XXIV, Issue 2712, 18 December 1882, Page 2

THE GLOBE. MONDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1882.

Shipping. —The New Zealand Shipping Company Limited has received cable advice of the arrival, all well, at London of their ships Rangitiki from Lytteltou, and Waipa from Sydney, prior to Die 16th inst.

Chambeb- Sittings. There will be a sitting in Chambers to-morrow, before bis Honor Mr Justice Johnston, when cases set down for Friday can be brought on, and also on Friday. The sittings will be at 11 a.m. each day

Accidents. —On Saturday morning, at the Heatheote Valley sports, an A.B. from the Mary Ann Annison, named William Wallace, whilst in the act of erecting a swing for the little ones, fell from the tree which he had climbed for that purpose, the branch on which he was sitting breaking beneath his weight. He sustained very serious injuries, the nature of which cannot yet be ascertained. No time was lost in conveying him to the hospital, where he now lies.—A shearer named Henry Harney, who has been shearing at Mr Graham’s station, Alford Forest, was riding a young horse, which, being startled at something, bolted, and the girths breaking, Harney was pitched over its head, and sustained a fracture of the right arm. He was admitted into the hospital about noon on Saturday, and is progressing favorably. Masonic. —The annual installation of the W.M. and officers of the Conyers Lodge, 1916, E.C., took place in, the Masonic Hall, Sydenham, on Friday, the 15th, in the presence of a large number of brethren, including many Masters and P.Ms, of sister lodges. The ceremony was impressively performed by Bro. Thomson, D.D.G.M. The following officers were installed :—Bro. T. H. Martin, W.M.’s ; Bro. F. Burgess, S.W.; Bro. J. Chalmers, J.W.; Bro. A. Kerr, treasurer; Bro. J. Baldwin, secretary; Bro. T. Forrest, S.D.; Bro. G. Rugg) J.D.; Bro. H. Knowles, LG.: BroJ. Young, Tyler. The lodge was then closed, and the brethren sat down to, a very sumptuous banquet. On the removal of the cloth the usual Masonic toasts were given and duly responded to. Several excellent songs were contributed by brethren during the evening, Bro. Just presiding at the organ. Sir Julius Vogel. —A meeting of those interested in the reception of Sir Julius Vogel will be held at the City Council Chamber at 11.30 a.m. to-morrow. The W aimakariei Bridge. —The Public Works authorities, in anticipation of the early completion of the Sheffield to Oxford Branch Railway, are substantially strengthening the Waimakariri Gorge Bridge, by putting very strong iron bracings from side to side, and making other improvements. The work being done will have the effect of making the whole structure much stiffor and steadier.

Vessel in Quarantine. —The barque Loch Cree arrived from Newcastle yesterday, twelve days out. She was boarded by the Health Officer, who found one case of typhoid fever among the crew, which had shown itself five days since, not of severe typo. The ship has been placed in quarantine for the present, and the patient removed to Eipa Island. There were no symptoms of sickness among any of the others on board. Steam to London Direct. —The New Zealand Shipping Company announce that the steamship British King has been appointed to leave London on January 20th for Yfellington and Lyttelton, as the pioneer of a direct line of steamers to New Zealand. She will be despatched on her return voyage from Lyttelton on or about March 31st, via the Straits of Magellan, and the length of tho passage is not expected to exceed 45 days. The British Queen will follow from one of the principal ports of the colony, about the 30th April, and other first-class steamers will follow at regular intervals. Arrangements will bo made for the conveyance of passengers from the various ports of the colony to the port of embarkation All particulars may be ascertained on application to the Now Zealand Shipping Company.

Christchurch Jam Factory. —About a year since a description of Mr W. Thomson’s jam factory, Cambridge terrace, -was given in the columns of the Press, in which mention was made of the facilities thereby offered to fruit growers to dispose of their fruit, and it was also pointed out that, with the large fruit-growing area of the Christchurch district, there was every reason to hope that the locally-made jam would successfully compete with the imported article. It is satisfactory to note that such a result has been achieved, the jams - made at the establishment named having secured the first award at the New Zealand International Exhibition, whilst the demand has justified Mr Thomsoni n enlarging his plant so as to allow of at least a ton of jam being produced daily. Ashburton Police Court. —At the above Court on Friday R. Chudiey was brought up on remand from Dunedin, charged with absconding from bail. There was no evidence against accused, and he was discharged. Wakanui Sports. —Resolved not to be behind-haud with their fellow-colonists, the residents in the Wakanui district have organised a liberal programme for New Year’s Day, comprising athletic sports and three events in horse racing, including a hurdle race, a flat race, and a trotting match, the total amount of the stakes being ,£26. Kowai Pass. —An entertainment in aid of the Kowai Pass Library fund was held in the schoolroom at Springfield on Friday evening. The public responded very, well to the endeavors of the “ Cetewayo Orphans” to provide amusement, about 150 persons being present. A most laughable farce was got through in a very creditable style, and several songs were given by different performers. After the concert had come to an end the room was cleared and dancing commenced which evoryoue throughly enjoyed until about 3 a.m. A considerable amont will be added to the library funds as the result.

Prbbbleton. —A meeting of the committee of the Horticultural Society was held on Friday evening, Mr Maskrey in the chair. The Secretary presented the balance-sheet of the Spring Show, which showed a credit of £,7. A discussion took place upon details of management, and new rules were proposed for the cottagers’ garden competition, entry of exhibits, &c. The next show is to be held in March next, the date of which will be settled at the next meeting of the committee, when it is hoped that all the givers of special prizes will send in their names to the secretary. After a vote of thanks to the chairman the meeting adjourned. Entertajnment at Eangiora. — An entertainment in aid of the borough school prize fund was held in the Literary Institute, Eangiora, on Friday. There was a good attendance, and the pieces were well rendered and duly appreciated by those present. Instrumental pieces were given by Mrs Gordon, Miss Bramley, and Master Shorland ; and songs by Misses Bramley, Hammon, Styche, and Kitchingman j and readings by George Noble and Thos. Keir. Several pieces were well sung by the school children under the leadership of Miss Kitchingman, and a charade was also acted by a number of them, which went capitally. Mr A. H. Cunningham, chairman of the school committee, presided, and at the conclusion of the meeting thanked those present for their support. Grass Seed Stripper Triad. —Last week a trial of the Carlyle high speed grass stripper took place in a field close to Amberley, "'hen a good number of farmers and others were present, to test the nature of the improvements introduced by Messrs G. Booth and Sons, of Christchurch, in the high speed arrangement, which by using a large travelling wheel with interval gear, the machine obtains an enormous speed direct, thus dispensing with all internal gear, wheels, and spindles. All of those present expressed great satisfaction at the manner in which the machine performed its work, the draught being light. The shafts are placed in such a position that the horse does not tread upon the crop. By simply placing a rod to the extreme end of the seed box, and holding the same to the shafts, a central line of draught is obtained. The seat is placed in a convenient part of the machine, so that the driver has perfect control over the two levers, one for raising or lowering the machine, the other for throwing out gear. Mr Oliver, who superintended the trial for the manufacturers, secured several orders for these really excellent machines.

Alleged Sheep Stealing. —Mr J. N. Watt, 1t31., of Dunedin, sat on the Bench at the Ashburton Court on Friday, and heard the case against John Meiklejohn, who was brought up on remand charged with stealing on or about November 30th. 310 sheep, valued at £306, the property of Sir John Hall. The prosecution was conducted by the police, and Mr Branson appeared to watch the case for the defence. From the evidence it appeared that Mr J. E. Fountaine, manager at Hororata for Sir John Hall, had missed a number of sheep from the run. Accused had subsequently been seen driving a mob of sheep through the Eakaia district towards Ashburfon, and a shepherd named McLaren, in the employ of Mr Bealey, of Eakaia, nad recognised amongst the mob some sheep belonging to Mr Westenra. Accused and the mob of sheep he was driving had been traced past Ashburton as far as Waterton, and from information received Sergeant Felton arrested Meiklejohn at the Ashburton Hotel on Saturday morning last, and early on Sunday morning Constable Neil found a mob of sheep that had been left unattended in the Ashburton river bed near the lower ford. The sheep were brought to town, and identified as the property of Sir John Hall. Several witnesses also identified the sheep as being the same as those seen in the possession of Meiklejohn. The sheep were recognised by the ear marks and also the brands. At the conclusion of the case for the prosecution Mr Branson asked his Worship to intimate whether he was satisfied that there was a prima, facie case against the accused, and if so he would reserve his defence. The Bench replied in the affirmative, and accused was committed to take his trial at the next Supreme Court Sittings at Christchurch. Giels’ High School. —The distribution of prizes in connection with this school takes place this evening.