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Poverty Bay Standard, Volume X, Issue 1108, 28 July 1882, Page 2

It is stated that the New South Wales police have, after nearly two years patient investigation, obtained a clue to the eolation of the Bermamgui mystery. It will bo remembered that in October, 1880, Mr Lamont Young and three others started in a boat from Beruiagui, a place on the Coast about 247 miles south of Sydney, for thp Clyde, Two days afterwards the boat wm discovered on the beach stove in in two place*. Further search showed one bullet embedded in the stern sheets and two others in the bottom of the boat, A strip o£ shirting and some human remains were afterwards washed up on the beach close to where the boat was found. The fate of Mr Young and his comrades has been completely shrouded in mystery from that day to this. Various explanations have boon offered, such as murder, kidnapping, etc. A Sydney telegram now states that clues have been traced leading to strong suspicion of foul play. Further details as to this mysterious occurrence will bo anxiously looked for.

It is to be hoped that the public will liberally subscribe towards the proposed improvement to the Recreation Ground. It is not alone making the reserve into a cricket field, but will render it fit for all athletic sports. Parents of youngsters should remember that it is a recognised fact that Englund’s superiority is through the fondness of the nation for out-door sports and if they wish their boys to become strong, healthy, active men the best thing they can do is to encourage them in the some direction. To show that they still tjeliuve in the sports of the Mother count.*y let them put down their names for something handsome in order that the proposed work may be faithfully carried

The Electrical Exhibition in Melbourne has proved a genuine success. One of the most interesting items being the Swan Incandescent Lamps which are said to burn for 24 hours without renewal, and with a steady pleasant glow, and constantly obedient to control.

We were pleased to learn to-day that Mr R. Thelwall is rapidly improving, and that it is expected he will shortly be able to get about.

The monthly parade and inspection of the J. Battery was held at the Drill Shed last evening, and we regretted to see so small an attendance. Volunteers to become thoroughly effective should bo constant in attending the weekly drills and monthly parades, as there are many things which should be remembered but which are very easily forgotten. The members of the battery would do well if they followed the example of the band, who invariably muster in full number. Capt. Winter, in the absence of Capt. Porter, the officer commanding the District, inspected the corps, and put the men through various evolutions. The band, during the inspection, uader the leadership of Bandmaster Faram, played several choice selections. We were shown, this morning, at the Gisborne Boot and Shoe Warehouse, some really splendid specimens of boots and shoes recently imported. They are of unsurpassable quality and workmanship, and the prices are as low as it is possible to sell at. One sample in particular deserves something more than mere passing mention. A glove boot for ladies. This dainty encasement for the feet is hand-worked and made of the finest French kid. We are confident that the ladies of Gisborne would be delighted if they only inspected the stock.

If a man were charged with riding on the footpath in parts of Palmerston Road or Childers Road it would be necessary to get an accurate measurement made by the Borough Engineer, as in the present state of these thoroughfares no one but a practical surveyor could tell where the footpath ceased and where the road began. People say it is wise to put one’s money in a Bank, therefore, the Borough Councillors are wise, they have put a large portion of the money entrusted to them in banks —banks of sand.

Messrs Common Shelton A Co., are making a very important addition to their stores on Read's Quay and one which will not only improve the appearance of the premises but add largely to the aoeommodation, the want of which has been much felt by the firm.

The practice of butcher boys, maoris and others riding at full tilt around the corners is one which should be immediately put a stop to. It was only this morning that a serious accident very nearly occurred at the corner of Bright-street. In addition to the danger there is a serious discomfort to persons standing on the footpaths when the streets are muddy, as the corner is generally so closely shaved, that the chances are that they are bespattered with mud, Tne Masterton Footballers (says the Wairrarapa Star) are a piebald lot, that is to say they are a mixture of blacks and Maoris and Scotchmen. The Celt and the New Zealander are alike warm-blooded animals, and when their temper gets up the consequences are alarming. Lately relatione have been somewhat strained, and on Saturday for the first time a scratch match degenerated into a pugilistic encounter. During the excitement of drop-kicks and dodging and rushing and scrimmages, one of the Maoris forgot himself so far as to violently seise the son of a well-known settler, The blood of an old Highland clan scorned the insult, and in a moment the New Zealander was biting the dust. This was the signal for another Maori player to interfere, and he soon found the scion of an old Masterton family tightly embracing him round the throat. It was a case of fruiu kicks to blow*, for the ball was forgotten while the fisticuffs were in practice. Blood was freely drawn on both sides, and at one time a free fight ww threatened. Fortunately, the peacefully disposed were ip the majority, and a truce was insisted on, after which the wounded were carried off the gory field,

A call of threepence per share has been made by the Southern Cross Petroleum Company payable on the 9th prox. Application was made to-day to the Collector of Customs by the Manager pf the Southern Cross Petroleum Company for permission to have a still made for the purpose of distilling paraffin earth and petroleum in an experimental manner. The Collector was asked cither to grant or obtain permission. The capacity of the still required will be about thirty gallons. Mr H. Cannon, of the Royal Hotel, has driven the proverbial coach and six through the “ Gaming and Lotteries Act,” The great sensation now is a game termed “ Buzz,” which certainly is not one of chance as our reporter lias discovered to his cost. Then Mr Cannon has also started a Spelling Boe, and anyone who fancies that his knowledge of the English language is superior to that possessed by others can easily be accommodated by the genial host and his numerous friends. Mr C. D. Berry, the popular builder and contractor, notifies his places of business in this issue. We would again remind our readers that the Southern Cross Petroleum Company, will hold an extraordinary general meeting on the night of Monday the 14th of August, The wire rope while being fixed across the mouth of the Big River, and on which Mr Fred Nelson was to perform his great feat tomorrow, parted, and consequently occasioned some delay. Mr Nelson however has informed us that repairs can be effected and should the weather prove fine, ho will undertake his perilous journey across the Waipaoa. Should however the weather prove unfavorable the performance will be postponed.