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Poverty Bay Standard, Volume XI, Issue 1347, 25 August 1883, Page 2

By an announcement in another column it will’ be seen that a public meeting will be held in Parnell and Boylan’s Hall to-night to colder the Native Land Bill, “ otherwise known as ‘Bryce’s Bill,’ now before Parliament.” Why was not this announcement made before ? Is not this another dodge on the part of one of the promoters, Mr W. L. Rees, who is of all others most deeply interested in this question ? Why do not they state the true objects of the meeting, which is not to consider the Bill, but simply to ask people to endorse their condemnation of a measure which is likely to prove more beneficial to the cause of justice, right and truth than any law yet made in these Colonies. The vultures are beginning to croak. They are afraid of being driven off the carcases they have been fattening on so long. Messrs Fraser, Wyllie A Co. are about to commence business in thsi town as Auctioneers, Stock, Station, and Commission Agents. The former willwieldthe hammer, whilst the latter’s well-known abilities and judgment in all matters connected with stock and station business will ensure him the confidence of the public. Bonh these gentlemen are well known and possess the abilities of good business men, and, we are assured, will meet with a good share of public support.

Our fourth page contains the following articles—“ The Salvation Army,” “ Feartul Calamity in America,” and “ Royal Favors.”

The Ticket-o F-leave Man will he produced at Parnell and Boylan’s Hall next Wednesday evening. We hope to see a good house, as we can confidently promise patrons a good evening’s amusement.

Snow was visible on the hill tops yesterday morning, Some time aj?o, we had occasion to call the atte.. ~e Borough Council to that large pond ot utagiumt water situated between the residences of Messrs Fraser and Dawson at the foot of Bright street, and which was catised by the Council forming that street. When we last spoke about it we suggested that the water should immediately be allowed an outlet, as it would tend most strongly to breed fevers, Ac. This to a certain extent, was done by digging a very small gutter across the road and letting it drain away into the river. Though that is now apparently of little or no use, as the water is still lying there stagnant, and the stench that comes from it is very fovl. We must again call the Council’s attention to this dangerous nuisance, and trust that st.fr? will be taken iniirtediately to do away with it; Sour stomach, bad breath, indigestion and headache easily cured with Hop Bitters. Mr Woodward, local agent for the Singer Sewing Machine Company, having furnished himself with a buggy, intends payifig country settlers a visit. His machines have given universal satisfaction in town, where he has disposed of a very large number. Mr William Proffitt, long and well known in the Bay, and a member of Tattersall’s, turf commission agent, has books open on all forthcoming events. In order to brighten homes and awaken cheerfulness during these dull times, Mr J. East has resolved to give away one thousand pictures to the purchasers of his teas, tho pictures varying according to the value of purchases made. We have sampled the teas, which are without doubt some of the best brands that can be obtained, and we unhesitatingly advise our many readers to try them. The meeting of Bromley’s creditors which was to have taken place yesterday, has been adjourned until Monday at 11 o’clock in the fore-noon. Mr Kenny ’-‘as been engaged on behalf of the creditors, and we believe Eliza Wilmore lias been subpeened to give evidence re bills of sale.

A gentleman is interesting himself just now in promoting a Hospital Ball which will be under the patronage of the County and Borough Councils and Volunteers. A com mittee will shortly be formed which will receive any commodity whatever which may prove useful in reducing the working expenses of the ball, and ladies especially will be invited to contribute, so that, if possible, the whole of the proceeds may go to the above named institution. We will give more particulars presently. The Seraphic’s will hold their usual assembly on Monday evening next. Mr Cantie invites everyone to come and secure some of his bargains, which he is now offering, and which can only be had during the next two weeks. Thu balance of the stock will be really sacrificed to clear the store. Mr J. East notifies that the tenders in re Bromley’s estate have been extended till August 30th. Though the recent fire did Mr Clayson a considerable amount of damage, he is not completely “ done for ” >et, and is once more ready to supply his numerous customers and friends with all their requirements In his line of business, and hopes to satisfy them by diligence and attention. A handbill is enclosed with this issue netting forth that Mr Cautle will devote two more weeks to his clearing sale of bankrupt stock. Singer’s Sewing Machines, 2s 6d per week. Repairs, parts, Ac., to be had at the Singer Manufacturing Company Depot, Gladstone Road. When the brain is wearied, the nerves unstrung, the muscles weak, use Hop Bitters.