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South Canterbury Times, Issue 2664, 4 October 1881, Page 3

Herr Scherck bad a rather poor lion.se last night to hear the lirst of his two concerts. This is to be regretted, both for his sake, and for flic sake of those who love good music, for there can be no two opinions about -the high ability of every member of the Company. Herr Scherck alone is worth going far to hear, his power over the piano being something extremely unusual in this colony, and Madame Scherck is also a brilliant pianist, the other performers show an ability rarely manifested in Timaru, and we can assure' our readers who can appreciate music of a high class that they will miss a rare treat if thev fail to take advantage of this opportunity of hearing these able musicians. A meeting of the Wai-iti School Committee was held last evening. Present— Messrs Ogilvie (Chairman), T. W. Fyfe, Lewis, and Townsend. A letter was read from Mr AValker, the head teacher, stating that fourteen families, representing about ■ll children were affected with measles. It was proposed by Mr Fyfe, seconded by Mr Lewis, and carried—“ That the action of the Chairman in closing the school on Friday last be approved.” Mr Lewis was appointed visitor for the ensuing month. It was resolved to hold a special meeting of the Committee on the 17th insfc., for the purpose of arranging an entertainment for the benefit of the school prize fund.