LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Temuka Leader, Issue 9427, 6 July 1882, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

. Fearful Disaster. —A terrific hurricane took place at Emmetsburg, lowa, United States, Whole streets were completelywrecked, and 1000 inhabitants were killed before the storm abated. Forgery.—A man named William Davie, was charged with forging the name of one Button, of Geraldine, to a cheque for £lO, at the Timaru Police Court last Wednesday. He was remanded till Friday. Temuka and Geraldine A. and P; Association.—A meeting of the above Association was called to meet at the Star Hotel last Tuesday afternoon, at 5 o’clock, but a* there was not a sufficient number of members present to form a quorum it was adjourned, Electric Railways.—Mr Edison, the inventor, says he can construct railways to be worked by electricity on a principle so cheap that the whole first cost would not exceed seventy pounds per mile. “Such a line, he says would be suitable for carrying passengers and goods, and would be particularly suited for newly-settled countries. Rather Unfortunate.—The Clerk of the Weather is evidently no friend of dancing. For the last three Monday evenings it was intended,to hold a quadrille assembly in th« Volunteer Hall, but so sure as the night came it rained, and the affair had to be put off. We should advise the promoters to try some other evening, Edmonds’s Gleb Club.—Our readers are again reminded that the grand concert in aid of. the Timaru Relief Fund will be held tomorrow evening in the Volunteer Hall. Reference to tbeprogramme which appears in another column, will leave no doubt on any one’s mind that a music treat, of unusual excellence is in store for those who will visit the hall on that night.

The Press.—At the banquet given to Mr Archibald Forbes in Melbourne, the toast of The Press ” immediately followed that of “ The Guest of the Evening,” and took precedence of “The Parliament of Victoria.” During the evening Mr Lalor said that he was not surprised at the precedence given to the Press, as it had “ bossed ” the present and the preceding Victorian Ministry. New Auctioneer. —We are requested to draw attention to the advvertisement of Messrs Southan and Stubbs, which appears in another column. Mr Stubbs has taken out a license, and on Saturday last officiated as knight of the hammer for the first time since re-entering into his old business. We feel certain that many of hie friends and former clients will be glad to hear that he has taken up his old line again. The West Coast Railway.—Referring to the West Coast railway, the Lyttelton Times says that lengthy communications have passed between the promoters and Sir Julius Vogel, whose approaching visit to New Zealand is partly on that account. He advises that a syndicate of Eaglish capitalists are prepared to construct the railway if a small concession can be obtained from the Government, and tha*-- he will interview Ministers to ascertain whether that will be conceded;

Serious Accident. —Wo regret to learn that a very serious accident occurred to Mr William Pitt, manager of the Arowhenua station, at the hunt which was held at the Levels yesterday. Mr Pitt’s horse in going over a fence fell, and rolled over its rider, resulting in a dislocation of his hip-hone. Dr Hayes was speedily in attendance, and, having put him under chloroform, reduced the dislocation. From the latest information we learn that the sufferer is progressing favorably. Steanqe Accident. —A frightful accident recently occurred daring a violent gale on the railway line between Rouen and Amiens. A workman named Deteaut took refuge from the violence of the wind by lying down in a ditch beside the railway, and the telegraph poles being shortly afterwards blown down ho was completely enveloped in an entangled mass of wire. Before he had] time to free himself a train passed. The wheel* of the engine caught the broken ends of the wire, and Deteaut was dragged along the hn# at a rapid pace, and literally cut to pieces. The unfortunate man was quite dead, and horribly mutilated before the train could be brought to a standstill.

St Satioue’s Chuech, Temtjka. —The monthly meeting of the Vestry -was held on Tuesday evening, the 4th inst: There -were present Rev. J. Chaffers-Welsh, (in the chair) Messrs Cox, Pilbrow (Wardens) Benbow Campbell, Inwood, Rutland, and Heap < After the ordinary business had been attended to the Churchwardens reported that the proceeds, so far accounted for, of the gift auction held on Thursday last were £BB 10s, and that a further sum of about £l2 might be expected to come in. Cordial votes of thanks were passed —(1) to the contributors of gifts ; (2) to the ladies and gentlemen who had obtained gifts and assisted in the sale and in the providing of refreshments ; (3) to Mr Q-ray for his kindness in giving so much time and energy freely to the sale of gift -

Drowned.—lnformation reached Invercargill yesterday from Otautau that two men named John Comerford and Hugh McDermott were drowned last Sunday while crossing the Aparima river on horseback. The horses reached the opposite bank and returned to the place from which they started. McDermott leaves a wife and child. The bodies of the unfortunate men were found last Tuesday night.

Awkward.—A singular matrimonial complication has just taken place in Mastarton. A blooming, but unsophisticated young widow set her heart on her deceased husband’s brother, and, the latter being agreeable, every thing even to the wedding drew ind tbs invited guests, was arranged, when lo! a friendly adviser dashed their aspiring, hopes by informing them that the now privileges of the State applied to a deceased wife’s sister, but not to a disceased husbandss’ brother. The widow and her intended are disconsolate. —Masterton Star. ,

Local Board or Hkalth. —A meeting of the above Board was held last Tuesday. Present Messrs J. Talbot (Chairman), Ensor and Austin. The Inspector of Nuisances’ report wae read. A complaint wae -made in it in reference to a pit onMr Binley’a property, but as it appeared that Mr - Binley had taksn steps iu the matter, nothing was done. The report also referred to Vine street, pointing out that it was in a very bad state opposite the Tcmuka Hotel- No action was taken in the matter. The Board then adjourned. i.>

The Egyptian Difficulty.—Mr John Bright has expressed himself" as strongly opposed to armed interrention in the affairs of Egypt. Ho considers that provided the safety of the Suez Canal is assured, it is no part of the duty of England to direct the internal policy of that country. Subscriptions are being raised throughout France in aid of the funds for alleviating the sufferings of Europeans who hare been compelled to fly from Egypt to Paris. It is to organise a gigantic lottery of 10,000,000 francs to assist the movement.

The Loss of the Westport.—Judgment was given yesterday, at Wellington, in th® Westport enquiry case. After reviewing the facts at length, Mr Hardcastle, Resident Magistrate, said in his opinion the loss of the vessel resulted from the wrongful act and default of Captain Gibbs (1) in not heaving the lead when he sighted the land 1 ; (2) in not navigating more cautiously in a dense fog when he knew ho was close to a reeky shore, and out " of his course; (3) in not having swung, his ship in this hemisphere ; (4) in going to sea from Lyttelton in an unseaworthy condition; (5) in attempting to pass his disabled vessel across the Straits in the face of bad weather until she was unable to retreat, “ and I suspend his certificate for 6 months, and order him to pay the costs of this enquiry, £14.” In answer to Mr Shaw the Court said they would recommend that Captain Gibbs be allowed to act as first mate during the suspension of hie master’s certificate.

Geeat Clbaeance Sale.— Mr Tangney announces in another column that in order to make room for freah stock he is selling off his present supply of boots and shoo* afc less than cost price. It is a ivory peculiar fact that Mr Tangney is amongst the few who advertise in this town, and that instead of complaining that his trade is going to Timaru he makes it a boast that some of the Timaru trade comes to him: Mr James Blyth boasts also, that none of his trade is going to Timaru, and that he even supplies customers in Burke’s Pass and Fairlie Creek;' Messrs Tangney and Blyth do not advertise outside this town, and they never feel a necessity for it. They give good value, and consequently their customers never leave them. Mr Tangney is now offering extra inducement to people to spend their money in Temuka by offering them goods at less than cost price. : It is to be hoped, therefore, that before purchasing elsewhere, people will at least inspect Mr Tangney’s stock, and if they find he can give them good value by all means support local industry. On the supporting of local indus* rics the future of the town depends, and anyone who has any interest in it ought never to lose sight of that.

Recognition oe Beate Conduct.— The heroic conduct of those who risked their lives in the Timaru shipping disaster on the 14th of May last met with recognition at the hands of the brethren of St. John’s Lodge of Masons, Timaru, last Monday evening. On that evening the ceremony of presenting them with medals in recognition of their bravery, took place in the lodge, room in the presence of a large assembly. Besides the brethren of the lodge and a great many invited guests, there were present about 60 ladies, Archdeacon Harper, Mr Turnbull, M.H.R., His Worship the‘ Mayor, Rev Mr Hallowes, Mr Wakefield, and others. The master of the lodge delivered a vary Impressive address. Several appropriate songs were sung, and the proceedings passed off with great eclat. The names of.- the *receipients are as follows: —W. Collis, J. Mclntosh, A. H. Turnbull,. J. Crocknoll, J, Thompson, Q-. Sunnaway, R. Collins, John Reid, J. Houlihan, M. Lskoy, J. A., Patterson, G. Findlay, C. G-ruhm, J. Hemmeker, W. Hartford, Gr. Shirtcliffe, W- Wall*, R. H. Balsom, T. Hart, Geo Davis, W. S. Smith, F._ McKenzie, T. Morgan. C. Yogeler, P. Bradley, D. Bradley, S. J. Passmore, J. Grocoms, C. Moore, A. Schaob, T. Martin. M. Thompson, W. Oxby, I. J. Bradley, H. Trouselot, W. H. Walls, J. Isherwood, A. L. Haylock, John Ivey, and W. Budd. At the request qf several of the recipients Mr Wakefield thanked the brethren of the lodge for their recognition of the bravery of those who had risked their own lives in saving the lives of others, and the proceedings terminated with cheers for St John’s Lodge. The men who. went out a second and third time in the lifeboat ,in Timaru, and after having witnes^d'^ hat had; happened to the boats which < had gone before them, deserve to rank bcsid# the bravest heroes on record. * -

Penny Wise, Pound Foolish. —A good storv has reached us. An enterprising citizen o£ this town had a letter to send to Ashburton, and was about posting it when the thought struck him that if he gave it to Mr So-and-so, who was going to Christchurch by train, he would post it in Ashburton, and that in that way he would save a penny, as a penny stamp would do it. He gave the letter accordingly, but the train had scarcely departed when he recollected himself, and he was heard to exclaim '' Hang it! I thought to save a penny by that letter, hut I put a six" penny stamp on it instead of a penny one. Clever financier that man. Messrs E Wilkin and Co will sell by auetion today, at Winchester Fair, fat and store cattle, sheep and pigs. The Temuka Eoad Board invites tenders for clearing drains through Malarkey and Murphy’s land, Milford. Messrs Maclean and Stewart will sell by auction at Winchester Fair, today, fat and store cattle and sheep. On Saturday next, at Timaru, horses, drays and harness. Mr K F Gray will sell by public auction at Winchester Fair, today, fat and store cattle and sheep, pigs, and a large quantity of agricultural implements, etc. Attention is directed to the advertisment of Mr W Healy, painter and paper-hanger, etc., of Timaru, which appears in another column, froin which it will be seen that he has the latest art productions in all kinds of paper, and will supply samples to whoever writes for them. He has also the aesthetic ' enrichment class of paper to suit those whose tastes run in that direction. Further information can be obtained by referring to the advertisment.