The Temuka Leader Saturday, December 11, 1886. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Temuka Leader, Issue 1524, 11 December 1886, Page 2

The Temuka Leader Saturday, December 11, 1886. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Inspector of Weights. Sergeant Livingston is gazetted Inspector of Weights, etc,, for Timaru. Scholarship Examination.—The next ’ examination for scholarships granted by the South Canterbury Board of Education will commence in Timaru on the 4th January, Insulting Language. —At the E.M. Court, Timaru, on Thursday last, Dennis Heffernan was fined £5 for using insulting language to Michael Scaonell on the previous Tuesday. The defendant was given till Saturday to pay the fine. Shaw, Savill and Co, v. Timaru Harbor Board.—The hearing of the case, Shaw, Savill and Co. versus the Timaru Habor Board, arising out of the loss of fne Lyttelton, will take place at Wellington. The plaintiffs at first wanted the case heard at Christchurch. Cricket.—The cricket match between the Australians and the Auckland Twenty-two concluded in a draw in favor of the visitors. The scores were :—Australian Eleven : First inning?, 104 j second, 225. Auckland Twenty-two : First innings, 114 5 second, for the loss of 15 wickets, 44. This was the last match of the Australians in New Zealand. Temuka Public School Concert.—ln our advertising columns will be found the programme of the concert in aid of the prize fund of the Temuka Public School, which takes place in the Yolunteer Hall next Tuesday evening. Its perusal will show that it is u first-class one, and, the object being good, the hall should be well filled. Temuka Licensing Committee, A meeting of this Committee was held on Wednesday last. Present—Messrs Talbot (Chairman), Meyer, Guild, Rayner, and Barker. The minutes of the last meeting baying been read and confirmed, the Secretary read a letter from the Department of Justice, stating that the Governor had appointed Messrs Guild, Rayner, and Barker to fill the vacancies that had occurred on the Committee. The police reported that all the bouses m the district had been well conducted. The meeting then terminated. Woodbury School Committee.— A meeting of this Committee was held in the schoolroom on Monday, Deo, 6th, 1886. Present —Messrs Dean (Chairman), Flatman, Hea'ley, and Gick. The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed, after which Mr Flatman withdrew on account of urgent business. A letter was read from the Head Master, Mr Greaves, stating it would be necessary to fix the holidays at this meeting, and that be would prefer, if the examination of the school does not take place before the school closes, that only one week be given at Christmas, and the balance after the examination ; also that the wire netting be replaced so as to keep the sparrows from getting through the ventilators. Resolved—“ That the matter re holidays be left with Mr Greaves to arrange to suit examination of school.” The Master stated that everything was working satisfactorily, the average attendance being about 90. Accounts to the amount of £4 12s 4d were then passed and paid, and the meeting terminated. Alleged Libel.—On Thursday last at the Resident Magistrate’s Court, Timaru, W, B. Craig was charged with libel by Murray Aston. The parties are representatives of rival Insurance Companies—Mr Craig representing the Equitable and Mr Aston the Mutual Life Association of Australia; The alleged libel is contained in a letter which Craig wrote to the Directors of the Mutual, stating that Aston had been guilty of uncrupulous conduct in canvassing for business. Ths letter says:—“He [Aston] did not state (perhaps he forgot) that he had been agent for the Equitable, and gave, lectures in their favor, and when discharged be gave one lecture against them, and went about trying to frighten policy holders. He also forgot to stale that he left the Equitable owing them money, and owes them at this moment about £3O. If it had been an agent 1 should not have minded, but a man who is Inspector of a Society of well known respectability should be above such codduct.” Craig was committed for trial, but the Resident Magistrate declined to certify that it was a ;case which the Crown should take up. Bail was allowed, himself iu £IOO, and one surety of £IOO. Hilton School Committee. The monthly meeting of the Hilton School Committee was held on Monday evenings Present—Messrs Bradley (Chairman), Leary, Jones, Beattie, Ooohrane, and Skinner. The Head Master’s report stated that be bad informed the Board that in compliance with a request from tha Rev. Father ' Bowers, of Geraldine, he had permitted the Roman Catholic children to leave the school at 2.30 on Fridays, Subject, of course, to the approval of the Board of Education, he suggested that in future afternoon school should commence at 12.30 and close at 3 on Friday afternoons. This would allow the Roman. Catholic children, who number 42, fo go home in time for religious instruction on that day. It was decided Hot to alter the hours of attendance. Messrs Beattie and Jones, visitors for the past month, reported that the school was progressing satisfactorily. They suggested trifling repairs to fences, etc. Accounts amounting to £6 12s were passed for payment. It was resolved to give one week’s holiday at Christmas and four weeks at harvest time. The meeting then terminated. Geraldine Library Committee.—A meeting oi this Committee was held on Wednesday evening last, Mr J, Cunningham presiding. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. A letter was read from the Press Company, Christchurch, stating that their account was at half rates as agreed upon. The following accounts were passed for payment:—Otago Daily Times, £1 2s 6d ; Geraldine Town Board, £3 9s 9d. The Secretary drew the attention of the Committee to a monthly agricultural paper published by Mi H. Brett, of Auckland, at a yearly subscription of 10s, It was decided to wait till a further meeting before ordering the paper. It was decided to hold the next monthly meeting on Wednesday, Jan. slh, 1887, when a full attendance is requested, as matters connected with the yearly report, Government subsidy, etc., require attention. Several subscribers bating recommended the purchase of new books, it whs decided to keep the titles of (he books in view until the funds permitted of an order being made up. As the amount of Government subsidy will be in proportion to the receipts, subscribers are requested, in the interests of the institute, to kindly pay up their subscriptions at once to the Treasurer or Secretary. The exchange of books with the Temuka Institute has met with great approval on the part of the subscribers, and a vote of thanks to the Temuka Committee was unanimously passed for the courtesy extended. The Geraldine Committee hope the advantages are reciprocal. This being all the business the meeting terminated*

Entertainment at Temuka. The annual entertainment by pupils of the Sisters of St. Joseph’s School, Temuka (in aid of the school), will take place in the Volunteer Hall next Thursday evening. The children have been diligently preparing for the entertainment for some time, and a really good entertainment may be expected. The Late Accident at Temuka. —At 5 o’clock yesterday evening Mr Charles Claridge, who was recently hurt at Mr Hayhursl’s new mill, was progressing favorably. We have it on the best authority that although ho is not out of danger yet, and will not be for about three days longer, he is yery likely to recover. Band Concert at Temuka.—To-morrow (Sunday) afternoon the Temuka Brass Band, will give an open air concert in the Park, when a collection will be made for Mr Chas. Claridge (wt >' was so seriously hurt at the site of Mr Hayhurt’s new mill on Monday) and his family. The object of the Band is most laudable, and wo trust that there will be a large attendance. The concert will commence at 3 o’clock. Temuka Linseed Factory.—A special meeting. of the Directors of the Temuka Linseed Company was held on Thursday afternoon. Present—Messrs Talbot (Chairman) R. A. Barker, Miles, Wright, and E. Brown. The' Manager was in attendance. The Chairman explained that the meeting had been called to consider the advisability of procuring additioual machinery, as it was found that the farmers have an objection to 2-ply binding twine, which was the only kind that the factory with its present appliances was in a position to tarn out. After fully discussing the subject, it was decided to cable Home for the required spinning frame, which will enable the Company to manufacture every description of twine, and to close the works, if found advisable, till its arrival The meeting then terminated. Scholastic.—Some time ago Messrs Whitcombe and Tombs, of Christchurch, offered three piizes for drawing in each of the first, second, and third standards, to be competed for children in those standards attending the public schools. The competition was not confined to any particular district, but was open to children iu the standards ourred throughout the whole of Now Zealand. Strangely enough in a competition where so many take part, two of the prizes were secured by children attending the Geraldine school. Last week Mr N. Dunlop, Chairman of the School Committee, received a letter from Messrs Whitcombe and Tombs acquainting him of the fact that Daisy Goibert and James Joe, Standard I, had been .awarded a first and third prizes respectively, and enclosing postal notes the value of 21s and 10s 6d. The success of these two young competitors reflects the greatest credit upon their teacher, Miss I. B. Hamilton, who, for the sake of the school, it is to be regretted, relinquishes her appointment in Geraldine and the teaching profession at Christmas. Waitohi School Committee. The monthly meeting of the Waitohi Flat School Committee was held in the schoolroom on the 6th inst. The members present were Messrs Fraser (Chairman), Scott, Canningham, Orr, Johnstone, and Seaton. The minutes of the previous meeting were real and confirmed. The only correspondence received was from the Board of Education advising the deposit of £5 6s 8d to the Committee’s credit for incidental purposes. The Chairman stated that since last meeting diphtheria bad broken out in a family residing close to the school, and acting on the precedent, of last year he at once directed the school to be closed, so as if possible to prevent the disease spreading in the district. His action was approved of, and the question of reopening the school was left to him and the teacher to decide. He also stated that complaints had been made to him of the water in the school tank being polluted owing to birds alighting on the building from which it is supplied. This was found to be quite groundless, as not a particle of any dirt whatever was found in it. Owing to the exposed position of tha tank to the rays of the sun it was resolved to have it removed to the south end of the building and to connect the verandah supply only to it. The spouting on the verandah was reported to be in a leaky state and it was resolved to have it replaced with new material. The Chairman was authorised to procure a bucket and two mugs for the childrens’ use, and Mr T. Orr promised to make inquiries as to the cost of a suitable filter. This being all the business the meeting terminated. Masonic.—The installation of officers of St. George’s Lodge, No. 1886, E. 0., Temuka, took place on Thursday evening. Bro. Mann, P.M., performed the ceremony in a most impressive manner. The officers for the ensuing term are Bro. J. T. M. Hay burst, W.M. j Bro, J. W. Velvin, B.W. 5 Bro. W. Biuley, J.W.; Bro. G. J. Mason, S.D.; Bro. G. Woodhead, 1.0. ; Bro. D. MoCailum, Tyler; Bro. A, W. Mann, Secretary 5 and Bro. B. Pilbrow, Treasurer. After the business of the Lodge had been concluded, the brethren adjourned to Bro. Ooira’s to partake of the good things which had been provided by him. The spread was a splendid one, and full justice was done to it, after which the usual loyal and masonic toasts were proposed and duly honored. During the evening songs were rendered by Bros. Pilbrow, Tombs, Shallard, Deßenzy, and Colbman. A most enjoyable evening was brought to a close by the singing of “Auld L*na Syne.’—The Lodge Southern Star, 5.0., held its monthly meeting in the Masonic Hull, Talbot street, Geraldine, on Thursday, 9lh last. Tha R.W.M., Bro. Dunlop, occupied the chair, being supported by Bro. S. Anderson, R.W.M. of the Lodge Caledonian, 8.C., Timaru, and Bro. W. Young, J.P.M. Bro. Stevenson, Secretary of the Conyers Lodge, Sydenham, and a number of brethren representing the Caledonian and St. John’s Lodge, Timaru, visited the Lodge. An invitation from the Thistle Lodge, to attend their installation was received, bub unfortunately the date of the installation had passed. The officers were then nominated for the Mark Lodge, which it is expected the M.W.D.G.M,, Rev. Bro. J. Hill, will inaugurate m Jan. next. The unanimity of the Lodge was shown by the fact that only one brother was nominated for each office, as follows ; 8.W.M., Bro. W.Coltman; S.W., Bro. N. Dunlop j J.W;, Bro. J. Williams; 8.D., Bro. J, Murray ; J.D., Bro. A. Spence j M. 0., Bro. W. Young ; 8.0., Bro. A. Reid ; J. 0., Bro. M. Bucblsy; 1.G., Bro. It. Scott j Tyler, Bro. F. Grimmer; Treasurer, Bro. J. Mundell; Secretary, Bro. J. W. Pye. The Committee wore instructed to provide a fitting reception for the D.G. Lodge officers. Two brothers received the third degree, which was conferred in a moat impressive manner by the 8.W.M., assisted by Bro. W. Young, P.M. As usual at this busy season in the Geraldine district, the attendance was meagre, but the extra number of visitors gave the Lodge its usual well filled appearance. Light refreshments were served in the anteroom, and the visit of the Timaru brethren was much thought of, and a hope expressed that mutual visitations might be more frequently, exchanged* {

Business Change.—lt is notified in another column that Mr Robert Murray, of Ashburton, has bought out the jewellery business lately carried on by Mr Coltman, junr., of Temuka, Wo know Mr Murray as a thoroughly competent and practical watchmaker. It is now about seven year* ago since he started in Ashburton, he has been thoroughly successful there, and we confidently recommend him as a very capable workman. Temuka Dairy Factory.—The monthly meeting of the Directors of the Temuka Dairy Factory took place yesterday afternoon. Present Messrs Brown (Chairman), Barker, and Dr Hayes. The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed. Several inquiries for cheese were read to which the Secretary stated that he had replied that the Company had already disposed of the season’s supply. A letter was received from the purchaser asking when the first shipment would be ready, to which the Secretary was instructed to reply that the first consignment would be forwarded in 14 days. The Secretary reported that during the month of Nov. 19,030 gallons of milk iiad been received at a cost of £377 9* lOd. Accounts amounting to £45 19s 4d were passed for payment and the meeting terminated. Geraldine Floral and Horticultural Society.—Tho monthly meeting of the Committee of this Society was held in the .Secretary’s office on Wednesday evening Ust. Present—Messrs J. Pye, Vics-President, in the chair, J. W. Pye, S. Coombs, M. Chapman, and A. Spence. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. iVTr A. White’s tender for erecting staging in the dnlUbed was accepted. Curtain alterations in the specifications were thought desirable, and the Secretary and Treasurer were requested to make arrangements with Mr White with regard to tbe same, and also to make arrangements with tbe Hall Committee of the Oddfellows’ Society in regard to the letting of the seats, ohandihers, etc. Letters of consent wore read from severs! parties who had beea previously written to asking them to act as judges at the show. The ; Secretary was instruoted to writs to the Liverpool and London and Globe Insurance Company in regard to extra premium for insurance oa the day of the show. It was decided to request tbe Chairman of the Geraldine Town to declare Thursday, Jan. 20th, a holiday from noon of that date. Half-past two was fixed as the time for opening the show to the public, and it was decided to close at 9 p.m. It was also decided to hold a gift auction of exhibits at 9 p.m., when the show closes. It was decided to request all competitors for tbe cottage garden prize to forward their names to the Secretry not later than one week prior to the show. It was also decided to issue free tickets of admission to donors of special prizes, and to request subscribers to forward their subscriptions to the Secretary or Treasurer at as early a date as possible. The Secretary was instructed to write to Messrs Williams and Son, J. Riordan, and W. Stonehouse re the refreshment stall. The date of the next Committee meeting was fixed for Wednesday, 29th Dec.,' and the meeting terminated. D. McQuinness begs to inform his friends and the public that tho Shilling Lunches hitherto served at the Railway Refreshment Booms will, on and after Saturday, the 20th Nov., be discontinued, and in future will (with the same liberal menu) be provided in the large and elegant diningroom of the Olub Hofei. In future lunch at Railway Refreshment Rooms, 2s 6d j at Olub Hotel, Is.— [Advt.] Certainly the most effective medicine in the world is SANDER & SONS’ EUCALYPTI EXTRACT. Test its eminent powerful effects in coughs, colds, influenza j the relief is instantaneous. In serious cases and accidents of all kinds, be they wounds, burns, scaldings, bruises, sprains, it is the safest remedy —no swelling—no inflammation. Like surprising effects produced in croup, diphtheria, bronchitis, inflammation Df the lungs, swellings, etc.; diarrhoea, dysentery; diseases of the kidneys and urinary organs. In use at all hospitals and medical clinics ; patronised by His Majesty the Ring of Italy; crowned with medal and diploma at International Exhibition, Amsterdam. Trust in this approved article, and re ect all others. SYNOPSIS OF ADVERTISEMENTS. J. Mundell and Co,, Geraldine—Have sections in Orari township to let by tender. Kobt. Murray, Temuka—Notifies that he has purchased the business of Wm. Coltman, jun. Programme—Of concert at Temuka on Tuesday evening, in aid of the prize fund of the Temuka High School. Grand Juvenile Concert—ln aid of the Catholic School in the Volunteer Hall, Temuka, next Thursday evening. J. A. Young, Winchester Offers £2 reward for recovery of 40-odd sheep lost from his farm, Hae-hae-te-moana. P. & J. Isaacs, Dunedin—Notify they have sold their interest in accounts of late business to Mr W. Coltman, j an., and request that same be settled at onoo. A. Maxwell, Saddler, Timaru—Will hold a great clearing sale of saddlery for the next three weeks; big bargains prior to stocktaking ; special reductions in whips. S. Board of Education—lnvite tenders for leasing, for three years, part of Beserrs 2625, containing 4 acres, situate in tbe township of Geraldine ; invite tendeis for making additions to Rongitata Station schoolroom, and notify that next scholarship examination will commence on 4th January. T. A J. Thomson, Drapers and Silk Mercers, Timaru—Have now opened their annual importation of useful and ornamental articles suitable for Christmas and New Tears gifts, including Japanese curios, novelties in German and Burmingham goods, etc. j notify that their stock ef general drapery, millinery, and maniles is at present very varied and reohercbo, and invite inspection.