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Patea Mail, Volume I, Issue 23, 30 June 1875, Page 2

Now that the session of the Taranaki Proviucial Council is drawing to a close, and as most of the measures ailed ing this district have been disposed of, we are in a position to review the result of our members’ labours. To ouv mind Messrs Peacock and McGuire have been employed in a mo.si useful and active manner in (be in(crests of (heir constituents, and (bo.success which followed their efforts convinces ns (bat both these gentlemen possess considerable influence.among the members of (lie Council, as all their motions met with the approval of that body. The railway question, which we consider of paramount importance to tins district, met. with the unanimous support of the Council. While on ibis subject, we regret that Mr Sherwood should have made any deprecating allusions (olhe New Plymouth and Waitara railway, which iudiscreetnoss bad the effect of drawing down upon him the censure of those whose co-operation was most material to ensure success for (lie motion. Mr McGuire, the mover, deserves (lie best thanks from this community for the carrying of this.measure. This gentleman ret timed to Patea yesterday, having obtained permission from the Council for the consideration of the several

motions standing in bis name prior to bis leaving New Plymouth. Messrs Sherwood and ■Peacock remain behind to complete, their business. Our members have certainly manifested considerable energy and forethought in carrying out the wishes of their constituents. The Council will prorogue this week.

Judge Kenny, accompanied by Mr Hammerlon, solicitor, arrived from New Plymouth yesterday evening. Ill’s Honor met with a narrow escape, having been thrown from bis burse, the animal rolling over him. Fortunately he escaped unhurt. We are glad to state Unit another batch of immigrants for this district may be expected to arrive within a few days, and their labour is certain to be speedily absorbed.

Captain Wray left Carlyle yesterday for Wellington, and is expected to be absent for several weeks. Wc understand (hat his visit to the Umpire City is in connection with business to bo brought before the Assembly at its next session.

We beg to remind our readers that the lecture by Judge Kenny, in aid of (lie funds of the Literary .Institute, will take place this evening. The subject chosen by the learned gentleman is “A Generation of Progress, from 177b to 1875. ’ Admission, 1 s.

We loam by lclcgra.ni that the National Steeplechase at Wanganui, yesterday, was won by Mr W. G. Watt’s Butcher Boy (ridden l)v Mr Nicholson, of I’afeu), Gazelle- being second. The Maiden Steeplechase’ was won by Flora, with Barbara second.

Tbo District. Court will open for the transaction of business at half-past ten o’clock to-day.

Wc have received a contribution of two

paragraphs written for insertion in mulocal column. We would advise the writer to try again, and wc promise him (bat when we are in want of a paragrapher ■■bis light shall not remain hid mal r a bushed.”

Ah an evidence of the advancement of

recreative pursuits in the Patea district, it is with pleasure we notice the activity displayed by the members of our local Cricket Club in their efforts to secure a favourable piece of ground, and the beneficial improvements which have recently been effected. The site selected comprises an area of five-and-a-half acres, and is situated on the south side of the Catholic Chapel, within a very convenient distance of Carlyle. The ground has been fenced all round with a substantial post and wire fence, and its surface has been ploughed and sown with rye grass, at a total cost of something like T54. As soon as the grass attains a certain height, it is intended to

harrow and roll the field, in order to make its surface suitable for the. object it is reserved for. The land is admirably adapted for recreation ground, and our eluli can now boast of being in possession of a cricket held, that will compare favourably with any oilier in the Colony. We trust it wilj bo our pleasing duty to chronicle the carrying off of many trophies of victory by our club on their new ground, during the coming season, as its members consist of many enthusiastic knights of the willow, and whom, wc feel assured, will not figure to disadvantage on the field against a foreign foe. There is a nice sloping lull adjoining the ground, from which elevation a good view can be commanded'by spectators, of any class of amusement going on within the ground, and immediately behind the field is a lake, which if planted around with trees, woidd assist in lending additional attraction to our new cricket Held us a favourite place of public resort for pic-nics or other recreative amusements. The Secretary of Eie Wellington Botanical Gardens kindly promised Captain Wray, during that gentleman's recent visit to Wellington, to furnish trees to any public institution in Carlyle, free, of charge, and wc under- i stand that it. is the inleuthm of our club.to i

avail themselves of this oiler, and plant, trees around their now enclosure, which

will give their ground quite an imposing and unique eJfeet. The possession of the present ground, and the improvements recently etfeeted upon it, are mostly duo to (he exertions of Mr P. C. Tonnent, the chili’s indefatigable secretary, who is a thorough enthusiast in the cause of

the noble game of cricket. The debt incurred in the carrying out of (lie improvements above mentioned has been defrayed by subscriptions, supplemented by the receipts from the latecntcrtaimnciit with the exception of about CIO, and it is proposed to liquidate this balance by another entertainment to be held shortly. Mr D. Wilson was the contractor, ami is deserving of a word of praise for the manner in which he carried out the work.

“ It never rains but. it. pours,” is a very old saying, and has been exemplilied in Ibis district within the last fortnight in (lie matter of amusements. Previous to the establishment of a newspaper in this district, a professional company rarely ex-

tended their operations to Ibis quarter. It will be observed by our advertising columns that the Ml Vincent Troupe have arranged a scries of entertainments at the Albion Hall. This talented company arc now playing to crowded audiences in Wanganui, and indeed (heir tour throughout the various Provinces has been attended with great success. The entertainment, is well worth seeing, and we have no doubt that they will be greeted with crowded audiences in this district, as the people of Patea can always appreciate talent. The lirst entertainment is announced for Monday, July 5 tin

Professor Chitham, the gentleman who recently opened business here as a barber terminated In’s connection with Patea after

a brief stay of four days. The Professor’s

visit to this town was extensively taken advantage of by a number of persons who had been suffering from the discomfiture of wearing long hair. It appears that Carlyle did not afford the Professor Hiillicient amusement to relieve the monotony of his life, and he consequently took down Ids pole. There is an excellent opening for a barbel', content with a moderate living, in tin’s rising district. We are glad to notice that" (lie Homan Catholics of Patea are about taking steps to petition His Lordship the Bishop for the services of a resident .priest for ibis district. The meeting evil! take place at 7] i.iii. in the. Church building.

Mr Vr. A. Chapman and Miss Ida Bonifond again appeared at the Albion Hall on Saturday last before a well-illled house. Miss Ida’s second sight illusion created profound sensation. It is indeed wonderful with what correctness she described many extraordinary articles held up before her eclipsed optics. Mr Chapman was again snecesful in Ids legerdemain business. These artistes will appear at ITawcra on Thursday and Friday next, and we can confidently recommend the residents in that quarter to go and witness f .Miss ida's second sight illusion. < G-

We regret to learn that a little boy, the sou of Mr J. Ball, a settler, residing at Kjikaramea, was attacked by Ids own dog yesterday, anil severely bitten through the face. We beg to call the attention of settlers to an auction advertisement, which appears in another column, announcing the sale of a large quantity of various sizes of fencing wire, iron standards, mid agricultural implements, imported by Mr It. Wilson, dining hik recent visit to England. As there is groan difficulty experienced at the present time in securing labour for ditch and bank and other fencing, the pressut opportunity affords an excellent chance to settlers of obtaining.a• substantial and economical fence. The machinery, consisting of ploughs, reapers,- &c.. is well worthy of inspection. The sale lakes place on Saturday next, July 3rd, at Mr Dale's Auction Booms. The p.s, Tongariro took the schooner Pearl in tow on Saturday last, and when nearing the bar. which was perfectly smooth, the Captain released his charge, owing to some unexplained reason. The Peart now lies a, prisoner in our river, awaiting the steamer’s return, or a favourable wind to assist her in gaining the roadstead. The ketch Blackwall experienced some difficulty ia crossing the bar yesterday, owing to the wind failing her. Mr Woods, the pilot, deserves praise for the prompt manner lie went- to her assistance in his boat, and with the aid of Mr Keys horses, who were attached to the tow rope, she succeeded in safely reaching the river. Some of the religious bodies of Dunedin are agitating for a visit from the American

revivalists, Messrs Sankey and moody, who arc at present causing such a stir in the home country. As the terms oi! the engagement stipulates for a t our of the provinces, it is not unlikely .Patna may he favoured with a visit from these gentlemen. J IE SID EI\ T T MA G f S'J' Ji A T E'S C() UI!T. Hatcuuav, Ji;.\k 2G. (Before Major Turner, H.M. LM'KCK.Vr JiXKiSI'liH. James Hirst was charged by Joshua Pakenham, with indecently exposing his person before his wife? (Annie Pakenham), in a public thoroughfare, to wit, between Beamish's and Odgnrs’ Hotels. The Bench, before proceeding with the case, inquired whether the parties concerned desired the ease to he conducted witli open or dosed doors. . Mrs Pakenham—Closed doors, your Worship. Defendant Vonr Worship, I desire the ease to he conducted with open doors, in order that the public may bo satisfied of the untmthfulness of the charge, and I am anxious to leave the Court without a stain upon my character. Mrs Pakenham—Very well, yon can have il with open doors. lam not particular, if you do’jit care. The case was then proceeded with..

Defendant pleadedJS T ot guilty.” Joshua I’aekcaham, deposed —I am a chemist, residing' at Carlyle. On returning homo oji the evening- of Monday, 21st June, my ■wife informed me Unit as she was passing Beamish’s Hotel, site observed Mr Hirst committing' a nuisance, and ■would have turned back but for having' no person ■will) her. She also informed mo that she saw Mr CarnPr standing near defendant, with Ids back towards her. I accompanied my wife to the scene of theoccurrence, and subsequently laid the ’information.

By the Bench—Why did it take you from Monday to Friday to lay the information y

Witness—l called upon Mr.Meredith the, following morning and laid the'information, but not having os, was informed that 1 could nut proceed unless that amount

was paid. By Defendant—Were you not served with a .summons from me before you preferred the present charge ?

Witness—l have been served with a summons to recover rent, but I consider that fact lias no hearing with the case. The summons was served upon me by the bailin’, whom 1 met in the street on my way up to the Court to lay the information against you. This was the second day after the committal of the olfenee. By defendant —Were you not aware that the summons had been issued against you, before you determined to lay the information, as I threatened to sue ydu repeatedly. Witness —T was not aware that the summons had been taken out. You may have informed me repeatedly that you intended to sue me.

Annin Pakenham, wife of previous witness, deposed-—That as she was returnin'?' from across the river on Monday afternoon, last, between the hours of: four and live o'clock, she save defendant committing a nuisance on the road side, near Beamish's Hotel.

By the Bench—Was it on the east or west side of Beamish’s Hotel yon saw defendant, as the information states it was' between,!lie two lintels ? Defendant —T will raise no objection to this informality. Witness —if Mrs Beamish or her servant were standing at the window, they could have seen all. Mr Beamish .was standing at the door, and if there had been another road available. I certainly should have taken it in order to escape* the indignity which 1 had been subjected * to. Defendant's side was turn ,-d towards me as I passed. By defendant—Could you see my person? Witness —Yes ; Yon had it exposed'in a disgraceful manner, and you were not more than a yard distant from me at flic time I passed. Mr Darner was standing between you and I with his back turned. Ho did not speak. 1 believed he was ashamed of your conduct.