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New Zealand Times, Volume XXXIII, Issue 5429, 21 August 1878, Page 2

In the House of Representatives yesterday Mr. Bastings gave notice that he will move to-day,—That the House at its rising on Thursday, the -Ith September, do adjourn until Tuesday, September 9, at 2.30 p.m., to enable members desirous of so doing to be present at the opening of the railway from Ohri tohurch to Dunedin. The original intention was to ask for an adjournment of the House for about ten days ; but the proposal meeting with a great deal of opposition alike from private members and Ministers, it is expected that the above compromise will be acceptable to all parties concerned. By reference to the annual report of the Postal Department it will be seen that it has been decided to build uew and commodious offices for the accommodation of the Chief Post Office Department at Wellington, and that the rapid increase of the population of the city has induced the authorities to establish a branch post office and telegraph station at Te Aro. Captain Bendall, underwriters’ surveyor, visited the wreck of the p.s. Osprey yesterday, and reports having found the vessel lying stranded on the north side of Porinia Heads. She is in a good position and little damaged, and with the proper appliances can bo easily launched. The Town Clerk directs the attention of carters, cab-drivers, and others to the Tramway Co.’s notice, announcing the trial trip on the tramway this afternoon, and the regular opening on Saturday next. At the Resident Magistrate’s Court yesterday, before T. A. Mansford, Esq., R. M., one person charged with drunkenness was discharged with a caution.—Marian Snider was brought up on remand, charged on suspicion of lunacy, and discharged.—Walter Cox, steward of the ship Caitioch, was charged witli absenting himself from the vessel without leave. The accused pleaded guilty, and was sentenced to seven days' imprisonment.—A number of persons were summoned for having in their possession unregistered dogs. The defendants were dealt with as follows; —Sopiiia Laws, Duncan HcNanghton, A. Grigg, M. Valentino, Robert Tonics, Flora Peterson, G, Master, J. Foilis, E. Major, E. Hill, Mrs. Smith, and G. Andrews, were lined 2s. 6d. and coats ; D. B. Toohill, 10s. and costs ; Robert Read, la. and costs ; Mary Barnes, H. Brummago, and J. Bnnkumberry, ss. each andjcosts. There were several other cases which were adjourned for further evidence. There will be a sitting of the Supreme Court in banco this morning. Tho following cases are set down for hearing :—Gillou v. Macdonald and Others (rule), Macdonald v. King and Another, Tucker v. King and Another, Te Ringanohu v. Sutton, Takiki v. Kinross, To Waihiki v. Same, Kapo v. Kinross, Ikahika v. Same, and Kawahino v. Sutton. Judgment will be given in the following cases : Doherty v. Education Board, Kawahine v. Kinross, and Gxllon v, Macdonald. Mrs. George Cotterell’s concert, which has been so long looked forward to, takes place this evening at tho Theatre Royal, and vvill no doubt bo witnessed by one of tho largest and most fashionable audiences ever seen in that building. The names of Captain Townsend and tho officers of H.M.S. Nymphe have been added to the list of patrons, and a splendid programme has been arranged. Another row of seats has been added to the dress-circle to meet the great demand, and the few that remain should be secured this morning by persons wanting dress-circlo seats. For those who prefer tho stalls, we are glad to see tho management have also made arrangements for reserving seats, and they should bo well filled ; indqed, we export to boo all parts of tho house quite ,0 yerfldwing.

Several delegates arrived here yesterday from the South to represent the brewers’ interest at a proposed meeting with the Government relative to the tax on beer. At the sitting of the Supreme Court in bankruptcy yesterday the following unopposed applications for discharge were granted F. T. Evans and T..H. Macauley. Mr. Hutchison appeared for the former applicant and Dr. Buller for the latter. A fatal accident occurred at Drake’s Elbow * on the Kimutaka, yesterday. A telegram re" ceived by the Inspector of Police yesterday gives the following particulars of this melancholy occurrence :—“ William Stephens, a young man, a resident of the Upper Hutt, capsized his waggon at Drake's Elbow, on the llirautaka, and was killed, as well as two of the horses. This occurred between 6 and 7 o’clock this morning” Deceased’s parents reside at the Upper Mutt. The Imperial Opera House was crowded last night in all parts, when Gilbert’s comedy of “Pygmalion and Galatea” was placed upon the stage, Mr. Hoskins taking the part of Chrysos the sculptor, and Miss Colville that of Galatea. The piece was remarkably well put upon the stage, and was thoroughly enjoyed by the audience. The burlesque of “ Turko the Terrible,” brought the performance to a close. This is one of the best burlesques that has ever been performed here. From first to last the audience were kept in ro-irs of laughter. The music and dancing incidental to the piece were very good. Miss Tilly Andrews is evidently a great favorite, and was loudly applauded, and it is almost unnecesary to say that Hr. Hydes was excruciatingly funny as “Turko.” The rest of the company were well up in their parts, and the piece ran smoothly throughout. During the performance a number of local songs were introduced, which were most favorably received. Tonight Goldsmith’s great comedy “She Stoops to Conquer,” to be followed by the burlesque of “Ye Honeymoon,” will be performed, doubtless to another crowded house. Yesterday, in the House of Representatives, the Civil Service Act Amendment Bill brought on a long discussion. The right of those officers of the Provincial Government who had declined the retiring allowance and had taken service under the General Government to obtain a pension was disputed at length. The AttorneyGeneral pointed out that no pension had been agreed for. Mr. G. McLean stated that the late Ministry had declared themselves prepared to give special cases special consideration, but considered all ordinary cases met by the retiring allowance. The light to any pensions was excluded by the adoption of the disputed clause .on division by 37 ayes to 24 noes. An attempt was made to alter the clause, and the Bill wa finally passed through committee at the evening sitting. The following is the report of Mr. J. H. Wallace land sale held yesterday, at which there was a very large attendance: —Mr. Rowley’s property was the first lot- put up, with the Corporation rights, and was withdrawn at £l7O per foot; it was then put up reserving the rights, but was again withdrawn at £2500. A few small farm sections at Mungaroa were parted with at £3 and £2 15s. per acre. The allotments in Kent-terrace, Sussex-square, and Pirie-street were withdrawn. Land scrip sold at £92 ss. National Insurance Cumpanysbares realised 275.; Standard Insurance, 2is. 6d.; South British Insurance, 705.: Colonial Insurance, Os. Hutt Park racecourse grand-stand debentures sold at £7 155.; Phoenix Goldmining Company shares, Cel. to Is.; Golden Point Company, Is. Several other properties and shares were withdrawn, and are for sale privately. An amateur concert was held at the Athenanuu Hall last night under the auspice* of the Rscbabites of this chy. There was a large attendance, and judging from the applause which greeted the performers there could be no doubt that their efforts were heartily appreciated. Amongst those who took part in the entertainment were a number of sailors belonging to H.M.S. Nympbe, who sang several choruses in a very pleasing manner. Mr. 0. R. Jeffs has beet appointed collector and canvasser to the Leather Manufacturing Company. A general meeting of (he Wellington Football Club will be held at the Star Hotel this evening at 8 o’clock. Mr. Mulligan’s art union is postponed to the sth September. We avo rejuested to remind our readers that the sale of the (Jreswick estate by Messrs. J. H. Bethuno and Co. takes place this day. and that as there are so many allotments to be sold the sale will commence at 2 o’clock punctually.