BOXING-DAY.

Temuka Leader, Issue 1833, 27 December 1888, Page 2

BOXING-DAY.

UNVEILING THE JUBILEE OBELISE. Shortly before ten o'clook Mr K. s'. Gray (Chairman of the Temuka Town Board), Mr Edward Lee (Chairman of the Arowhenua Town Board), and sundry members of the Jubilee Memorial Committee waited upon Mr A. E. G. Rhodes, M.H.R., by appointment, and formally requested < him • to unveil the obelisk erected in commemoration of Her Majesty's Jubilee. Mr Rhodes expressed his pleasure at oomplying with the request, and a move was at once made to the purk. Here everthing was in readiness, and Mr Gray, as Chairman of the Jubilee Committee, said that they were mot for the purpose of unveiling the obelisk erected to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Her Most Gracious Majesty's glorious reign. The, committee he felt sure all would say, had carried out its work faithfully and well. He would not detain them with a long speech, but would request Mr Rhodes, on behalf of the Jubilee Com; mittee, to unyeil and hand over to the Park Board the obelisk erected to commemorate the jubilee of Her Gracious Majesty. He felt ill would join with him in saying " Long may she be spared !" Mr Rhodes thanked Mr Gray, Mr Lee, and thogeEtlemen of the committee for asking him to be present on that occasion. On the Jubilee Day Temuka had shown that it was not behind in loyalty. They had commemorated the event appropriately, and kid the foundation etons of the present obelisk with a ceremony, at which speeches were made reviewing the events of Her Majesty's reign. He felt, conaequontly, that there was no occasion for him to traverse that ground again, nor to touch on the respective merits of a monarchy, or of republicanism. He would say, however, that under no form of government was greater liberty onjoyed than that under which they lived—more especially in New Zealuud. He trusted that Her Majesty would long be spared to reign over them, and that in duo oourso her son would worthily fill her place,

He then withdrew the veil from the obelisk, at the eame time requesting Mr Gray, aa Chairman of the Park Board, to receive the same at the hands of the Jubilee Committee, whose labors were now concluded. Three cheers were then given for Her Majesty Mr Edward Lee then moved a vote of thanks to Mr Rhodes for his presence on that oocasion, and, in doing so, spoke of the many advantages en-joyed under Her Majesty's rule. He gave instances from history of the progress of the nation, more especially with respect to education.

: The vote was carried with three oheers. Mr Rhodes briefly thanked them, and congratulated the committee upon the manner in which their labors had been carded out. Mr Gray responded.

The obelisk stands about 12ft high. It has a base of blue stone, the obelisk proper being of Aberdeen eranite, beautifully polished. It bears the following inscription—- " Breoted to commemorate the 50th year of the reign of Queen Victoria. 21st June, 1887.—Keith Fobbes Gbat, Chairman of Committee." This concluded the oercmony,

TEMUKA CALEDONIAN SOCIETY'S SPORTS.

Patron—A. E. G. Rhodes, Esq., M.H.R. President—A. M. Clark, Esq. VicePresidents—Dr. J. S. . Hayes and M. Quinn, Esq. Treasurer—J. Lawson. Hon. Secretary —G. H. Mogridge. Directors—M. Quinn, M. Scannell, W. McLeod, J. Fraaer, D. Henry, J. Blyth, M, McKay, A. Grant, J; M. Naughlon, J. Guild, K. F. Gray, J. Lawson, W. Bayne, J. Murray, A. R. Allan, A. Bisaet, J. McLeod, E. WaddoJl, W. Ackroyd, Dr J". S. Hayes. Judges—Running, Walking.and Bicycle Races : Messrs A. R. Allan, E. S. Smith, W. Bayne, Geo. McSheeby Gentlemun, M. Scannell, J. Maze, J. Fraser. Throwing Hammer, Wrestling, and Putting Stone; Messrs D. Henry, W, Mason, R. Wilson, Jackson (Kakahu). Scotch Music, Dancing, and Costume: Messrs A. M. Clark, J. Murray, B. Fergusson, W. McLeod, J. McDonald. Irish Dancing and Sailors' Hornpipe: Messrs M. Quinn, P. Connolly, M. Spillane. Jumping, "Vaulting, Hop, Step, &■ Jump, and Wheelbarrow Race: Messrs J. Guild, A. Bisset, Dr J. S. Hayes. Starter: Mr A. W. Mann. Timekeeper :Mr P. Coira. Handicapper : Mr T. McAuliffe. The first gathering under the auspices of the Terauka Caledonian Society look place in the Victoria Park, Temuka, on Boxing Day. The weather waa all that could be desired, and from an early hour numbers of spectators might be seen wending their way to the pretty grounds. The track was in capital order, considering the previous wet, and the general arrangements reflected the greatest credit upon the directors. The eutire com Be was fenced off, ho chit spectator* hid « good view of all the event?. Mr G; Hi Mogridge was the lion, secretary, Bnd was most obliging and attentive. The officials, one and all, worked well, and evidently intended to make the sports the most successful that have ever been held in the district. The sporta commenced punctuaUy at 11 o'clock, but the programme could not be proceeded with very punctually until after the arrival of the special train from Ohristcburch. Upon the arrival of this train the Addington band were mustered, and- headed by Mr A. M. Clark, President of the Society, Mr W. G. Rutland, and others, with several Highlanders, marched to the sports ground. Their advent wag received with cheers, and during the day the Band played Borne excellent selections of national music. If any fault could be found with the general arrangements it would be that the fonoed coarse waa too targe. Any error in this direction will doubtless be removed at another meeting, It is a matrer of regret that the efforts of the directors in the direction of securing a special train from Timaru were unavailing, as it is an undoubted fact that there would have been a far larger attendance if that had been the case. As it was the muster on the ground coundnot have been less than 2600. Mr P. Coira had a general license booth and Mr M. Scannell a refreshment booth, both of which were well patronised. 100 Yards Handicap (in heats): Winners of heats to receive 10a; second man to be allowed to compete in final heat.— First heat; E. S. Smith, scratch, 1; J. Murphy, Iyd, 2; T. Kyne, 6yds, 3. R. McLeod, 4yds, also started., A capital race, the two placed men making almost a dead heat of it. Second heat: J. Collins, r4yde, 1; G. McMillan, 6yds, 2. W. Radford, 3yq>, and W. Cartwright, «yds, also Btarted. Won by a foot, Radford well up for third place. Final: G. McMillan, 6yds, 1; J. Collins, 4yds, 2. Smith, scratch, and Murphy, Iyd, also started. This was a capital race, McMUlan'winning' by a foot. Time, 10 1-5 th sees.

Throwing 221 b Hammer (handicap): First prize £J, secood 10a.— vV. O'JSfeill (66ft s£in), 1; J. McKinnon (65ft sin), 2. W. Angland, W. Brosnahan, Small, and Tbornley also competed. McKinnon conceded O'Neill sft.

250 Yards Handicap : Winners cf heats to receive 10a ; second man to be allowed to compete in final heat. First prize -62, second £l, third 10a. —First heat: U. McMillan, 15yds, 1 ; &. S. Smith, scratch, 2. W. Radford, 7yds, and Collins, 10yds, also started. This was won easjly, Smith making his effort too late. Second host: D. E. Lewis, 15yds, 1 ; T. Kyne, 12yds, 2. J.'Murphy, 4y<ls, and R. Logan, 9yds, also Btarr,ed. Won comfortably from a good start. Murphy made a game effort, and got through into third place. Final heat: D. E. Lewis, 1; Ot. McMillan, 2 ; E. S. Smith, 3. T. Kyne, 12yds, also started. This was a close contest, McMillan pressing; Lewis hard; Smith about three yards behind the second man.

Putting 221 b Shot (handicap) : First prize £l, second 10s—J. McDonald (33ft 4in), ,1 ;W. Angland (32ft sin), 2, Six others competed, of whom McKinnon, as scratch mun, conceded 3ft to eacb of the placed men. This provad too much for him.

B igpipo Music (Pibrofihs and Marches) —First pirze £5, second £2. This event ouly brought two competitors, D. Campbell and T. Mackay. The latter, a young man, played excellently, but could not come up to the veteran Campbell, whose playing was said by judges to be a perfect exposition ot Scottish music. The result w«s : D. Campbell, 1 (Pibroch, " Mcintosh's Lament;" March, "Queens Welcome to Holyrood *') ; T. Mackay, 2 (Pibroch, " Millbank Salute;" March, " Highlander* March to Td-el-Kebir *).

880 Yards Handicap : First priaa £3, second £llos t?4ird 10s—D. E. Lewis I (40yds), 1 ; J. Scott (15yda), 2 ; J. Bryan (35yds), 3. J. Whelan, 15yds; W. Voyce, 30yds; J. Lynch, 30yds; L. Grant, 35yds; W. Scarf, 40yds, also competed. This was a' good race, but Lewis was evidently treated too lightly, and won all the way. Scott ran gamely, and camo wjII up for second place. Kunning High Jump (handicap) : First ptisn £l, second 10s—It. Ohute and J, Collins (sft siu), 1. D. Dunn also competed. Beat Highland Dress (Men): First priza £l, second 15*, third 10a. T. Mackay (Mackiy), 1 ; 1). Campbell (42nd Highlander), 2 ; J. Bjnks (McGregor), 3. Best Highland Dress (Boys): First priz9 15s; second 10s. J. McLeod I (Sutbeilaod Tartan), 1; Foster Adams (Sutherland Tartan), 2. For this there were orily two entries. 200 Yards Boyb' Race, under 16 (handicap) : First pnza £l, second 10s. J. Morton, 15yds, 1; D. Fraser, 20yds, 2 ; W. lentpn, scratch, 3. Six others competed, and the young ones made a capital race of it.

440 Yards Hurdle Handicap Race: First prize £2, second £l, third 10s— E. S. Smith (scratch), 1; J. Murphy (7y.de), 2; J. Austin (14yds), 3. R. Logan, 2©yds, slw started. This Was one of the most interesting events of the day, but not a very creditable one to the handicappar. Smith ran gamely, and got through at the last turn for home, winning by about five yards, about one and a-half yards separating the second arid third men.

4 Mile Bicycle Amateur Handicap— For trophy, value £5 : M. J. Carey (scratch), 1; M. McLeod (250yds), 2. J. C. Lyon, 250yds; and T. OUtver, 300yds, also started. There was a coneiderabb display of interest in this event, all the competitors, with one exception, being local men. The handicap order was fairly equally maintained until (he fifth lap, when Lyon fell back, and McLeod passed Oiliyer. At the sixth lap McLeod increased his lead, and Care) gradually crept up. At the eighth lap only McLeod and Carey were practically left in the race, and the latter looked full of going. The others, however, continued to struggle gamely on. At the ninth lap Carey bad a lead of about a chain, which he had no difficulty in maintaining.' McLeod rode gamely, but could not overtake the leader. The ground waa rather uneven for this diss of racing. Highland Reel, in costume (men)— First prize £2, second £1: T. Mackay, 1; D. Banks, 2. The dancing of both men was capital, and some difficulty was found by the judges in making the awards as above.

Highland Fling, in costume (Men)— First prizi £2, second £1 : D. Banks, 1; T. Mackay, 2. lu this event the competitors were so.equal iha» the dance had co be repeated, when the places were awarded us above.

Bayonet Competition (squads 16 rank and tile)—Prize, £l6. Only one squad, the Timaru Navals, entered for this event, and by the rules there could be no competition. The directors decided, however, to give half money if the exercise were gone through. Under Petty Officer •Stevens, this was done most smartly and efficiently. The judge, Mr Sydney Davies, awarded them 88 points out of 100. They thus beat their previous record atWaimate by five points. Wrestling (Cumberland style) : First prize, £5 ; second, £2 ; third, £l—This brought out seven competitors. The first to try conclusions were Gibson and McDonald. Each secured a fall. D, Angland and Toomey followed. These men were well matched, and displayed some pretty wrestling, Angland securing a fall. In the next- bout Toomey threw Angland cleverly. The contest which followed between W. Angland and T, Hall was watched with much interest, Hall being a far heavier man than hie opponent. Angland, however, wrestled with caution, and won both falls. Gibson soon disposed of his opponent, McDonald, and the former then tackled W. Angland. The latter secured the f-i 1 , Gibson breaking his hold. J. Hall, a light-weight, made quick work of D. Angland, throw

ing him with the greatest of esse. W. Angland and Gibsoa were so long and tricky in takiog hold that they were ordered out of the ring. Subsequently the stewards recalled them and gave them a hold. Angland secured the fall. la the finals J. Hall again quickly disposed of D. Augland, and with equal ease secured the fall with W. Angland. The second bout betwßeq these two resulted in a full to Anftlaod. The final bout was easily won by J. Hall, who is a most proraising young wrestler. The awards are therefore as follows:—J. Hall 1, W. Angland 2, D. Angland S. Two-Mile Walking Handicap: First priz9, £3 ; secoa3, £2 ; third 10a— F. J. Hill, IgOyde, 1; J. Lyon, 40yds, 2; J. Austin, scratch, 3. J. Pettengill, 90yds, T. Popple well, 150yds, D. Ceeler, 160yds, and W. Scarf, 160yds, also competed. This was a well contested race, tbe walking of all being very fair. At the third lip Austin pushed ahead, passing UeeJer and Popplewtll. Lyons also made a spurt and walked into third place, passing Pettengill. In the final lap Lyon again spurted, walkiug well up to the winner. Austin finished about 36yds behind, with Pettengill well up. 220 Yards Maiden Maiden Race : First prize, silver cup value £4]4s, presented by tbe Crown Brewery Company; second, j £1 Ib.—First heat: J. Bryan 1, T. Kytio ! ?.. Second heat: Lewis" 1, K. Logan 2. l j final heat: R. Logan 1, J. Bryan 2. ! There were twelve entries for this event, all starting from scratch. The final heat was capitally contested, only about a foot separating the two placed men. Sword Dance (Costume). First prigs, £2; second, £l.—This brought forward three competitors : D. Banks, J. Maekay, and J. Lyon (Ashburton). So much difficulty was experienced in deciding upon the merits of the two former that the judges decided to place them equal, Lyon to take second money. Keel o' Tulloch—First prize, £2; second, £l.—For this D. Banks and T. McKay were the only competitors, and again it was found impossible to decide upon their respective merits, fresh judges were therefore appointed, two of whom were ladies. They awarded : T. McKay 1, D.Banks2. Bagpipe Muwic in Costume (Strathspeys and Keels). First prize, £5 ; second, £2. — D. Campbell 1, T. McKay 2. Vaulting with Pole—First prize £l, second 10a: Geo, Hoskins (9ft 9in), 1; T. MoAuliffe, 2nd. J. Hall also started. ''

1 Mile Running Handicap—Firs!; prize £4, second £2, third £1: J. Wuelan, 1; D. E. Lewis, 2; G. MoMilhn, 3. J. Pettengill, 25yds; and L. Grant, 60yds, »ho started. Grant fell out at the second lap. Pettengill continued to run when nil chance nf winning was over. The finish was close, Lewis being about two yards behind the winner ; McMillan out of it.

Sailors' Hornpipe First prize £2, second £1: T. Mackay, 1; J. Lyon, 2. D. Banks aho danced.

Hop, Step, and Jump—First prize £l, second 10s: J. Collins (41ft), 1; Hoakins (38ft 6in), 2; R. Chute (38ft 3irj), 3. J. Murphy also competed. Irish Jig—First prize £2. second £1 : W. Angland, 1; C. Collins, 2. J. McGrath, W, J. Rooney, and D. Angland also danced.

Consolation Race First prize £2, second £1: Scott (scratch), 1; W. Radford (3yds), 2. T. Kyne, 2yds; J. Murphy, Iyd ; J. Austin/Syds, also ran. Won by a. yard. Oddfellows' Race (for members of the Temuka Lodge)—First prize Cup, second £1: T. Oliver (scratch), 1 ; H. Dunford (40yd'e), 2 ; T. Larcornbe (syds), 3. This was an amusing race, the handicap being an impromptu one. L Oliver won by a bare yard.

Blind Barrow Race—First prize £l, second 10s. For this there were four entries, and the greatest fun resulted. Two competitors managed to keep the course fairly wall, the well-meant directions of friends resulting in the direst confusion in many instances. When all was over the following awards were given : D. Angland, 1; M. Murphy, 2. This concluded the sports. In addition to the other awards the following receive special prizes:— President's (A. M. Clark, Esq.'s,) Prize —For most Points in Bagpipe Music, Pilbrochs and Marches.—D. Campbell. Messrs Bower and Ferguson's—Silver Medal, for most Points in Strathspeys and Reels.-T. Mac Kay. Mr John Lawson's- £1 Is, Special Prize for Reel of Tulloch.—T. Mackay. Mr W. McLeod's—£l ls ; for Best Dressed Highlander.—T. Mackay. Mr W. Chamberlain's Prize—For Hop, Step, and Jump.— J, Collins. Crown Brewery's Prize—-Ist Prize (Silver Cup (value £4 4s), for 220yds for Maiden Runners.—R. Logan. Messrs G. and T. Young's Prizi—Silver Cup, for Sailor s Hornpipe.—T. Mackay. Mr Fletcher Humphrey's Prize— Third prize for Blind Barrow Race.—D. Angland.

Mr J. W. Miles' Prize—Third priae for Boys' Race.—.W. Fontoo. Mr Henry Cross' Prize-10s 6i, for Boys' Race under 16.—J. Morton.

Mr J. M. Twomey'H Priaa—£L la, for Irish Jig.— W. Anghnd. Mr W. Bayoe'a Prize—£L Is, for Wreßtliag.-J. Sail. At the conolmion of the meeting the directors and some of the members of the booiety, headed by Messrs Campbell and Maokay, the pipers, marched to the Drillahed, where a brief halt wa» called. The prooeiiion wai then re-formed, and marohed through the Main Street to the lemuka Hotel. Here a number of national and patriotic toasts were drank, at well as the health of the president, secretary, and the directors of theiooiety, As a finale Messri Campbell and Maokay, at the bead of an enthusiastic following, escorted the preaidenb to the stablei, where they took leave of him with three moifc hearty cheora. It is almoit needless to add that the gathering was the moat euoceatful of its kind lemuka has yet aeeu.

CATHOLIC BAZAAR. One of the greatest attractions of the day was the Catholic Bazaar, which was opened in the Tolunteer JDrillsbed at noon. The most cursory glance at the inside of the Hall showed that careful and intelligent preparations had been made for this event, as the arrangements were as near perfection as possible. On either side of the building were two stalU of uniform size and shape. These consisted of counters, sixteen feet long, with shelves behind them, on which some of the goods were displayed, and with a V shaped canopy of glazed oalico overhead. On tbe front of the canopy was a fringe of walloped glazed calico of a variety of calors, almost hidden in a festoon of evergreens, ivy, and flowers artistically interwoven, while pretty little bannerettes were planted at the corners and apex, all presenting a really handsome picture. In the centre of the ball was planted the inevitable Christmas tree, which as usual was tbe cynosure of the rising generation. This was under the charge of Mesdames Popplewell, assisted by the Misses Popple well (2), and they had a fine collection of articles calculated to satisfy the tastes of their juvenile customers. At the end next the Volunteer Hall an angular counter was erected, and a considerable space in tbe corner beside it was got up after the style of the Cafe de Paris. This was the refreshment booth, which was under the superintendence of Mesdames Philip and J. B. Wareing, and besides having on it a superabundance of the best of everything, including all the delicacies of the season, the floral display, on it was neat and pleasing. The assistants were Misses Bourne, Brosnahan, and Wareing. At the other end of the hall was a raised platform, partly occupied by a piano and partly by the flower stall, on which thare was a grand collection of flowers. This was in charge of Miss Connolly and Miss S. Dunn, assisted by Miss L. Quinn, E. Connolly, and M. Jfreme. Besides this, in the usuul corner, Messrs H. Lavery and D. Dunn conducted a shooting gallery and were well patronised, and in the opposite corner was the polling booth, tbe post-office, and the matrimonial i agency. The polling booth was an annexe of Mesdames Quinn and Rooney's stall. The post-office and matrimonial agency were in charge of Miss Lavery, assisted by her t/vo sisters. The decorations aJI round tbe bull were tasteful and neat. The most part of the walla up to a considerable height was decorated with evergreens, and in front of the phtform on which stood the piano two splendid cabbaga trees were plaated, the under parts of their' trunks beieg covered with ivy. At both ends of the refreshment booth stood a large cabbage tree similarly dressad up, and the whole made up as tastefully decorated a hall as we have seen. The principal part of the credit of the decorations belongs to Mr Beri, who was well assisted by Messrs Lavery, Daily, and Gentloinun, and a number of others.

Handsomely as the decorations were carried out, they were not equal lo the display of goods which the ladies con-

nected with the bazaar had arranged for sale. The first still we came to was that presided over by Mesdames Twomey and Beri, who were assisted by Mesdames Coira and Graham, and Misses Elkis, Murphy (2), Roberts, McGrath, Domuth and Dyson. One of the first objects to attract attention on this stall was a screen made by Mrs Twomey, near whioh stood a handsome book-case made by Ma* Beri. A shade of wax flowers of an exquisite kind, made by the Sisters of St. Joseph, was a feature of the whole bazaar, and a bride dressed by Miss Elkis occupied a prominent positiob. There was slao a lfuge Variety of beautiful be«d work, and a cushion and brackets to match of poonah painting by the Sisters of St. Joseph, all really fine specimens of work. A crazy-work table coyer and a mantle drape of crewel work, splendidly executed, were set down to the credit of Mrs Beri, and two crewel work cushions of handsome design, were the work of Misses Connolly and Demuth. There wan rdso a beautiful jubilee picture of the Queen framed in corkworkjby Mr Binley, and a splendid footstool in Barlia wcol by Miss Elkis. Besides these there was an immense , quantity of useful and ornamental articles I on this stall.

>( Mesdames Hoare and O'Driscoll were assisted by a bevy of young ladies who worked with indomitable perseverance to dispose of their goods. These were Misses Hoare, Orton, M. A. Hoare, Deborah Hoare, Margaret Hoare, Annie Hoare, O'Drisccli, Agaes O'Driscoll, and O'JVeii. On this stall there was a [fine display of goods, the most conspicuous of which was a beautifully hand-painted teaeosey by une of the Sisters of the Sacred Heart Convent, in Timaru. There was also a shade of beautiful flowers, and a crewel work cushion by Miss M. A. Hoarp, handsomely-exe-cuted crewel work cushions by Misses Mary Mary Brosn»hao and Coughlan, cross-stitch cushion by Miss Kelly, tinsel work by Miss Sarah O'Driscoll, arasene I mantle drape (pink and white lilies) by Miss Annie Hoare, crewel work mantel drape by Miss Counihan, splendid leather work picture frames by Miss M. A. Hoare, handsome beadwork brackets by Miss L. Hoare, crewel-work table cover by Miss O'Driscoll, pincushions and other useful and ornamental articles by Misses O'Keefo, Scanuell, and Connell, two tinsel-work brackets by Miss Hoare, and a crazy-work tea cosy by Miss Harney. Almost all the work en this stall was done by the pepih attending St. Joseph's Convent School-in Kerrytown, aadwas a great credit to that institution.-A

Mesdames Fitzgerald, Gaffaney, and Brosnahan had the adjoining stall, and they were assisted by the Misses Qiffaney (2), Brosnahan (2), Laogdon, Philips, and Fitzgerald. On this there was a beautiful crewel-work chair cushion, and mantel drtpe, and a screen the work of Miss GefiVney, an orasone drape by Miss A. Gatfaoey, crewel-work cushion by Miss O'Driscoll, footstool piDcushion and brackets in bead work by Miss Mary Brosnahan, exquisitively hand-painted brackets by the Dominican Sisters (Dunedin), crewel-work cushion by Miss Scott, tinsel cushion by Misa Stephenson, set of pincushions, pockets, glove box, etc., by Miss Annie Fitzgerald, perforated felt tea cosy and smoking cap by the Sisters of the Sacred fleart (Timaru), perforated feJt mantel drape and brackets by Miss Fitzgerald, leather work picture frames by Miss Fitzgerald and Mies Ellen Gaffaney, and a beautiful poonah-paiuted table by the Sisters of St. Joseph made up a hand some collection of articles.

Mesdames Quinn and Eooney ware assisted in their stall by Misses Murphy, Connolly, Quinn (2), Warding and Clark. The first article which "attracted oar attention on this stall was a pbonah-painted cushion, table top, and brackets by Miss Quinn, two t table coverß of crazy work, two tea cosies, and a cushion to match, all elegmtly got up by Mrs Yan Neck. A pair of footstools in crewel work by Miss Lavery, 3, crewel-work banner screen by Miss Maggie Connell, a crewel-work mantle drape by Miss Kate Lavery, and a crewelwork cushion by Miss Buckley (Invercargill), made a handsome display of goods. Of course there was an iminonßa number of other articles on all the stalls, over and above what wo have named. They were literally crammed with articles of various kinds, and made as splendid a display as any one could djesire to seo at any bazaar. Opening Ceremon*,

. The opening ceremony passed off with great eclat, and. exhibited the kindly feeling which existed between the directors of the Caledonian Society and the Bazaar Committee. When it was first decided to open the bazaar immediately after the arrival of the Cbristchurch exccrsion traiu, it was said that this would clash with the Caledonian sports, but the managers of btoh enterprises decided on a course under which this could not happeo. They decided that the Caledonian Society's band should play from tho railway station to the Volunteer Hall, where the bazasr was held, and that immediately after the I ceremony of opening the bazaar had con' , eluded, the bazaar band should play the i people down from the Volunteer Hall to tbe Caledonian sports. This arrangement was adhered to. Mr A, M. Clark, president of the Caledonian Society, Mr M. Quinn, vice-president, and Mr W. G. .Rutland, acting as drum-major of the band, met the train a$ its arrival in Temuka, and formed a procession. This was led by four Highland pipers, followed by Messrs Clark, Quinn, and llutland, and the Addiugton Band, playing appropriate music. In this order they marched down Wood street, through the main road, where they were received by the chairman of the bazaar committee, and shown into the bazaar. Immediately after their arrival the St. Patrick's Brass Band, Tiniaru, who reached Temuka a short time before, played a spirited air, and shortly afterwards- just at the hour of .12 o'clock—the opening ceremony took , piuce, the hall being pretty well full of J people. 1

Mr J. M. Twomey ascended the plat*/ form, and Baid iha baaaar bad now reached its most important crisis. The ladies counselled with it had been sewing " for several months, and now they had come to reap, and he hoped they would have a fruitful harvest. Some people objected to Church baaaars on the ground that the Church should be supported more spontaneously. He sympathised with this view of the case, but bo thought that, if any people could bo excused fjr* roßor(iu!> to thia means of raising money for Church purposes, the congregation who Irid got up'lhat bazaar ought to be exouaed. Under the careful and iuw-

tniieeot direction of the Bar .Father tf fir"— eqml foe it" «M „, N ,. 0 1i»l and I.?i MOTOt in Konyt.»«, »»/ on next I j .1. (mndation stone of a second Sand.y lie °"°?T b " lk , bi , b „ P 0 f tbo of * o Pa« pounds a I this had been done perty. Almost an t«' B " , _ , before he (Mc Twomey) came to Tenuka, , D d his Bhire in the work was small compared wi.h others. He could therefore Sneak with greater freedom on the sab•Tto no one could accuse him of •Kotism. There waa another matter to which he wished to refer, and that was the harmony and good faeliiw whichrexiitod, between themselves and the Caledonian Society. Applause.) Tbeir relations with the Caledonian Soc.ety befitted this holy and festive season of neae. and goodwill. The Caledonian bma/soas to help them to make the opening ceremony a success, and so m not to be outdone in pom of generosity the btwr band in turn would play the people away from K \JJ- to- the Caledonian .sport. (Applause.) rTbere never was exhibited between two enterprises running at the ..mo time a better feelmg than hie It did betn aides credit, and he trusted they would all appreciate it, and always work shoulder to shoulder, m they said themselves, with the Caledonian Society. Me hoped that as soon as the opening ceremony had concluded they would all go to the sports. (Applause.) He would now on behalf of the Rev. Father Fauvel and the congregation attending St. Josephs Church, ask Mr K. F. Gray, chairman of the Temnka Town Board, to open the bazaar.

Mr K. P. Gray said it was with very great pleasure he stood there to open the first bazaar in Temuka in connection with their chnrcb. He was one the first to meet Father Chataignier on bis first visit to thia district. In those days there ware many difficulties to contend with in the furtherance of church work, bat Father Chataignier did bis work faithfully and wall. To his efforts was dne th 9 erection of the first Catholic Church in Temnka, and this was now superseded by thepreseut edifice, which was due to the exertions of the Rev. Father Fauvel—a church unexcelled in beauty by any in the colony. Its beautiful chime of bells hilled them to sleep at night, and were, the first sounds to be heard in the morning, while its steeple was a landmark to be seen far and near. The struggles of the congregation to carry these extensive undertakings to a successful issues deserved all honor and credit. Tha debt on the charch was not heavy, and he hoped the financial results of the bazaar would wipe it,off altogether. He saw before him beautiful stalls with work upon tbem rarely equalled, and be was sure those in charge of them were anxious to commence their duties. He hoped the gentlemen would appreciate the efforts made by the ladies in furnishing the Btells and would buy freely. He had now much pleasure in declaring the bazaar formally opened, and bad no doubt it would be crowned with the success it deserved.

Mr P. Wareing moved, and Mr John Fitzgerald seconded, a hearty vote of thanks to Mr Gray, for his kindness in opening the bazaar. The motion was carried by acclamation. Mr Gray thanked them for the* compliment, andeaid he was delighted with the splendid fesling which existed amongst all partier. This was aB it ought to be, and he sincerely trusted it would long continue. (Cheers), -

About half an hour after the opening ceremony concluded the St. Patriots Band assembled on the lawn in front of the drill Bhed. This over, they marched away from the hall playing appropriate music down tbe street and to the Victoria Park, where the Caledonian sports were held.' They returned back to the hall at about 4.30, and for" tbe remainder of the afternooD discoursed seme excellent muaio on the lawn in front of the drill-shed. In the evening they entered the hall, »nd played maDy iplendid selections until the closing time of the bazaar. Too much praise cannot be given to this band for the excellence of their music, and for the readiness with which they fell in with all the arrangements of the committee. The band was under the conduotorehip of Mr Bandmaster Hatton, to whom great credit is due for the degree of perfection to which he has trained them, It consisted of 20 instruments, and they played in a uianuer that was most satisfactory to all who heard. Another matter to their credit is that they gave their services gratuitously, and the bazaaroommittee are desirous of expressing their appreciation of their kindness in doing so. They returned to Timaru after the balaar was closed. The attendance at the bazaar after tbe opening ceremony had concluded was very ■mall, as almost all went to the Caledonian Society a Sports. After 4 p.m., however, the people commenoed to return, and for the remainder of the afternoon a good deal of business was done. In the evening tbe place was crowded to excess, the spacious hull being literally packed full of people, and the ladies connected with the stalls were evidently doing a large trade. The bazaar was closed at 11 o'clock, and will be opened again at 3 o'clock this afternoon.

RANGITATA BRIDGE RA3ES. 'gtewarda—T. W. Corbett, A, Rae, D. Denoon, J. Bull, 0. Terry, F. Bull, F» Parbam, J. Turner, and W. R. D. LawsoD. Judge—S. Rae. Clerk of Scales —W. R. D. Lawaon. Starter— T. W. Corbett. Clerk of the Course— J. Rae. Haadicapper—T. W. Corbett. The fifth annual gathering under the auspices of the Rangitata Bridge Racing Club took place yesterday. The weather was simply perfect, but owing, no doubt, to the numerous attractions elsewhere, the attendunce was only limited. Tbo following are the resultß, but a more detailed account will appear in our next issue :

Handicap Hurdle Race, of 12 so vs. Open to all comers. \\ miles ; over

6 flights of hurdles. Mr F. Bull's Korari, 9»t 71b (Purdham) 1 Mr W. Mitchell's Nero, 12st 31b (Lewis) 2 Mr D. Decoon s Old Donald, 9st 10lb (F.Taylor) 3 Hack Racs, of 5 sovs. t For hones that haye never won public money. No weight under 9st. 1 mile. Mr F. Bull's Matagouri ... (Gibbs) 1 Mr T. Logan's Lop Ear ... (Baumber) 2 Mr Lee's Temptation ... (Wilson) 3 Ab¥NDKI Cup, of 15 sovs. 1$ miles. Open to al! comers. Mr F. Simmons' Kate, 9st 31b (Owner) 1 Mr W. Mitohell's Nero, 9st 71b (Smith) 2 Mr F. Bull's Matagomi, Bst 31b (Gibbs) 3 Htjrrt Scukbt. For untrained horsss that have never won public money. Winner to receive entrance money. Catch weights, Once round the course. Mr T. Logan s Lop Ear ... (Baumber) 1 Mr J. Armstrong's Iron Grey (Gibbs) 2 Au-Aokb Handicap, of 8 sovs. 1 mile. Mr F. Simmons' Kate, 9st 7lb (Owner) 1 Mr P. Burke's Little Shamrock, Bst 3!b (Baumber) 2 Mr Mitchell's Nero, 9si 51b (Smilb) 3 Handicap Trot, for entrance money; distance 3 miles.

Mr J. 801 l s Bismarck, 303ec (Physic) 1 Mr A. Uisset's Semolina, scr (McKay) 2 Consolation Handicap, of 8 sovs. For all beaten horses during the meeting. Post entry, 7a 6d. 1 mile. Mr Price's Little Shamrock Bst 111 b (Baumber) 1 Mr W. Mitchell's Nero, 9st 121 b (Smith) 2 Mr Price's Ginger, 7st ... (Owner) 3