THE MANURE DEPOSIT.

New Zealand Times, Volume XXXIII, Issue 5338, 7 May 1878, Page 2

THE MANURE DEPOSIT.

TO THE EDITOR OP THE NEW ZEALAND TIMES. : Sin, —It is stated that there are cases of Tow fever at Newtown, and the bjame of this "is'laid upon the deposit of town manure at Howe’s farm. I anr inclined to think that this is throwing the chase off the scent, if T may be allowed to make a pirn upon so serious a subject; and I would advise the Inspector of Nuisances to look for. the cause about the houses where tho sickness prevails. The deposit of manure is no doubt a nuisance, as it creates a disagreeable smell; but as it is covered up in trenches from day to day as received, I don’t believe it is the cause of disease. Is there any sickness among the people on Howe’s farm ? I think not.—-Yours, &c., . S.

CONCERT AT THE ATHENAEUM. The first of a series of amateur concerts for the purpose of augmenting the building fund of the Athemeam was held in the lower hall of that building hist night. Every seat was occupied, in fact, many persons had to stand. There is very little doubt, if these concerts are conducted in the same excellent style as that of last night, they will be largely patronised,, and prove a source of amusement during the long winter evenings. Mr. George Hunter, previous to the concert, addressed a, few words to the audience, and remarked that, there was yet a debt owing to- the building fund, and he hoped the people of Wellington would patronise the concerts. He assured those, present..... that ~the - various songs, and recitations would be Very well worth listening to. The committee must have been highly pleased last night that their efforts had been so well rewarded. The first item on the programme was' a selection from “XI Barbiere,” which was very nicely played hy those who took part in it. The gentleman who sang the “ Village Blacksmith ” was deservedly applauded and encored. “Waiting” was very prettily sung by a young lady who possesses a sweet voice, and her rendering of the song was highly appreciated.. The ballad “ Once again ” and the song 1 “ Will o’ the Wisp” were both nicely, snug by two well-known gentlemen amateurs; The" first part of the programme was brought to a close by Madame Moeller singing ■ “Robert toi que j’aime,” which was vociferously encored. “Must I forget thee ” was sweetly sung-'by a 1 young, dady. The" gentleman who sang “Regret” has a nice tenor voice; aud hid tendering of the song was well received. A comic song, entitled “ Always sold” appeared to amuse the audience immensely. It was encored, and the singer responded by giving l another comic song. The company singing the' “National. Anthem ” brought a. most enjoyable concert to a close. The' whole of the musical portion, was under ll the 'management of Madame' Moeller, who also accompanied all the singers. The proceeds'of the concert amounted to £l7. Several times during the . evening a number, of young men—perhaps thoughtlessly—kept time to some of the.songs by stamping their feet;on the floor. If they knew how annoying it was both to the remainder of the audience and those taking part in the performance perhaps they would desist at future concerts. In conclusion, Mr. Hunter, in a few appropriate remarks, thanked those ladies and gentlemen who had been the means of affording such an excellent programme; . i "