LOCAL & GENERAL.

Temuka Leader, Issue 2277, 7 November 1891, Page 2

LOCAL & GENERAL.

Death of JA Pioneer,—The death is announced at Sydney, of a pioneer settler of the Dustain. Wesleyan Church, Temuka.— The services for to-morrow •will be found in our advertising columns. Geraldine Stock Sale.—Owing to the Christchurch Show the Geraldine fair will be held on Tuesday next, instead of the following day. Alleged Embezzlement—Billings, an ex-artillerymen, was at Dunedin yesterday committed for trial on eight charges of embezzlement, Winchester Sports. A meeting of those interested in holding the annual sports at Winchester on the 16th December will take place this evening in the Winchester Public Hall. It is hoped that there will be a large attendance. Big Gooseberries.—Mr Geo. Edgeler, qf Arqwhenua, had qn view at Mr E. C. Danii’s, Temuka, last week, some remarkably fine early gooseberries of a variety called “ the challenge.” They are recommended as the best for early use that can be grown. Temuka Town Board. —A slight correction is necessary to our report of the meeting pf the above on Wednesday last. The clerk was instructed to make application for back rent due by the Park Board, not merely to claim 20s per annum for the use of office. Racing scandal. —The owner of Mepla has instructed Sir R, Stout’s firm to proceed against the Palmerston Jockey Club for the recovery of the stake in a two mile teot, on the ground that some of the stewards acted corruptly and others were personally interested. i Profitable Industry. The Mosgiel Woollen Company’s directors recommend the usual dividend of 8 per cent, for the year, but in order to pay this they had to withdraw £IOOO from the reserve fund owing to disorganisation of the business following last year’s strike. * Christchurch Show. Although the returns in connection with the Metropolitan Show are not yet complete, it is known that the entries will be in excess of previous years. There will be a splendid entry of sheep ; cattle will be up to the average; horses will be _ more numerous than last year, especially in the jumping competition. Heavy Fleeces. —Mr T. Palmer, of Cade Bay, Temuka, farmer, has commenced shearing his Lincoln flock. Fleeces from ram hoggets got by a ram froni the celebrated flock of Mr Withell weighed from 191 b to 2211), a very satssfactory result. Mr Palmer is one of the local breeders who should have competed at the show. Sheep of such a class should have been among the “ placed ” ones. American Consul.—Captain Webb, who was acting American Consul in Auckland for the United States for some time, was presented at the Auckland Club House with an address and purse of sovereigns, as he leaves for San Francisco on Saturday Captain Webb, in the course of his reply, said that he was convinced there was a grand future before the colony. He urged that New Zealand should open an export tirade with California,

Geraldine Fire Brigade. —The Geraldine Fire Brigade intend having a display of fire works on New Year’s eve on somewhat similar lines to last year. Dr. Barnardo’s Home.— Mrs Duncan Taylor, of Eangitata, has received a letter from Dr Barnardo, acknowledging receipt of it 2 13s, forwarded by her in aid of the funds of his home. Attempted Suicide.— At the RM. Court, Christchurch, Elizabeth Jane Bell, an inmate of the Salvation Army Rescue Home, was charged with attempting to commit suicide by eating matches, and was sentenced to seven days. Criminal Assault. A man named Donaldson has been stabbed in the neck at Touai, near Russell. The knife narrowly missed the jugular vein. Another man named McKindley has been arrested and charged with the offence. Woodbury Sports.— The annual sports at Woodbury take place on Monday next, and, judging by the number of entries for the events, they should, if the weather is favorable, prove r the most successful yet held there. A dance will wind up the gathering in the evening. Fatal Accident. —The body of Harry Richmond, aged six, was found in Dunedin habour yesterday morning. Deceased went the previous evening to look for his father, who was working at the Milburn cement works at Pelichet Bay, and was not seen again till his body was recovered. A Lib Reputed. —A Blenheim telegram says : —“ Mr T. Bell, of the firm of Holmes and Bell, denies a statement in the Evening Post that he is withdrawing money from the colony in consequence of Mr Ballance’s policy.” This is the sort of meanness the opponents of Mr Ballance’s policy are guilty of in their efforts to show that the accession of his party to office has been inimical to the welfare of the colony. Such misstatements must result in the discomfiture of those who make them. Stealing Sealskins. —At the Invercargill Police Court, Henry Charles Mellish and Thompson, two of the Gratitude’s party on the recent sealing trip to the Auckland, were charged with stealing 278 seal skins, valued at £IOOO, belonging to Joseph Hatch, Evidence was given similar to that against Andrew Newton, who was committed for trial. Other prosecutions are likely to follow, and peculiar developments are looked for. Bail was allowed, each in the same amount. Geraldine Rifles. The Geraldine Rifles mustered on Thursday afternoon for volley and independent firing, when Col. Bailey and Sergt.-Major Jones were present. The number on parade was 33. The firing was done by 23 men, the score being 5,31. The score would most likely have been higher, had it not been for the bad condition of the ammunition. Tnere were no less than 13 shots lost through miss-fires, owing to bad ammunition. And also during the whole of the time they were firing the sun was directly in their eyes. 1.0.G.T. —The usual meeting of the Welcome Retreat Lodge, Geraldine, was held on Monday evening last, when the following installation of officers took place: —C.T., Bro. J. D. Gp?e ; Y.T., Bro. T. Bowkett ; S., Bro. L, Newport; C. Sis. McCaskey; F.W., Bro. W. Sherratt; T., Bro, J. M. Sutherland; P.C.T., Bro. G. Taylor; M., Sis. Bowkett; D.M., Sis. Herdman; W.S., Bro. C. E. Sherrat; Guard, Sis. Gaigei”; S., Sis. Wallack. During the evening buns and coffee were passed round, and the lodge spent a very pleasant evening.

Geraldine Literary Institute. A meeting of the Geraldine Institute Committee was held yesterday afternoon. Present —Rev. A. B. Todd (in the chair), and Messrs H. B. Webster, H. W. Moore, M. C. Orbell, and A. E. Hawkins. Mr Moore called attention to the fact that a valuable book named “ Russia in Asia ” had been either stolen from the library or taken without entering in the librarian’s book and returning. It was agreed that the librarian be instructed to ask every subscriber taking out books about it. The question of raising funds was discussed, and it was agreed to canvass members and others for further subscriptions, to buy new books for the library. Accounts amounting to £1 2s 3d were passed for payment, and the meeting closed.

The Native Difficulty. The s.s. Dingadee, with Inspector Emerson and the Auckland police force have reached Waipairo Bay. The Herald correspondent writes: —“ I have just interviewed Tuta. He is very sad indeed to hear that the Government intend to arrest him. He will offer no resistance, but meet them ip a friendly way on the beach. He states that he does not know why they intend arresting kim, as he neither killed nor robbed anyone, and as to the fact of his people carrying their arms, it is their usual custom when shifting from one place to another. He intends fencing in a cultivation near his present position.” The, Waipairo correspondent of the Herald wires that Inspector Emerson, with twelve police and twelve artillerymen., arrived from Auckland. Tuta marched his men, women, and children to the beach when the force were landing. Tuta was brought before Sir George Whitmore and Messrs Wallis and Emerson, J.P.’s, to answer the charge preferred against him by Pini Aminu, Inspector Emerson has telegraphed to the Government for instructions as to whether or not he shall arrest Tuta ; also whether he shall disarm the tribe of their fowling pieces. Tuta and his people seemed quite prepared to submit to the law, knowing that he will fight it out in court later on. At present the Natives are unsettled, and have retired to talk the matter over. Summerville Bros, start shearing on the 11th inst., and Tuta’s men are their shearers. They promise to leave camp and shear when wanted. Pini’s people shear for Mr Wallis. Thirty armed men of the Government force are here. Breach of the Custom’s Act. —At the R.M. Court, Timaru, yesterday, judgment was given by the Resident Magistrate on three informations laid against A. White, owner, and J. Alleston, master, of the barque Granymede, heard last week. The charges alleged were (1) under clause 210, illegally importing restricted goods; (2) under clause 71), for making a false report; and (3) under clause 71. for breaking a customs seal. The court found that the informations 2 and 3 could not be sustained, and with regard to the first charge the question rested on the interpretatson of the term “illegallyimporting.” Intheabsence of any intention to land the tobacco, could it be said that the mere fact of its being on board under the circumstances stated, was enough to obtain a conviction under section 210. The court, found on the fact that the tobacco was concealed, and as “ restricted ” goods was liable to forfeiture under section 198. Although no information was laid under that section, the court had authority to convict without amendment—(Brown v. Kennedy, and Cooper v. Hamilton). —The Court therefore ordered the forfeiture of the goods, and under Section 202 they could be dis.posed of by the Commissioner, No professional costs would be allowed to defendants.—Mr Hay contended that the provision applied only to goods intended to be landed, and in conclusion said that if his clients wished to raise the matter, he presumed they would not be out of court in suing for conversion, >

C. Co-operative Association— The attention of shareholders in this association is directed to an announcement in another column notifying that the annual meeting will be held on the 21st November, when live of the directors will retire, but are eligible for re-election. Any person not a director desirous of becoming one must leave a written notice to that effect at the association’s office not later than to-day Other matters of importance are also dealt with. The Holiday. The attractions for Monday’s holiday are;—First the Woodbury sports, at which, given a fine day, there should be a good attendance from all parts. The programme this year is a well arranged one, and the footracing will be keenly contested judging from the entries and the handicapping. The following should be the winners of the different events as far as can be judged:—loo yards, G. Turnbull or A. Scott; long jump, J. Heney; 220 yards fiurdle race, J. Leversidge ; high jump, A. Scott; 440 yards. B. T. Evans; 880 yards, R. Orton; hop, step, and jump, A. Scott; 2 mile bicycle race, J. Gillespie; 200 yards, 11. Orton ; one mile handicap, J. Evans; 200 yards local race, H. McLeod; vaulting with pole, P. McLeod. The Juvenile Good Templars and their friends will hold their annual picnic at Orari Gorge and should have a very enjoyable time of it. The Repaibinq Department of the New Zealand Cycle Works is specially organised for the prompt execution of repairs by skilled workmen. Adams, Curties Sc Co., 70, Manchester street, Christchurch. Cycles from £5. —8 SYNOPSIS OF ADVERTISEMENTS. Primitive Methodist Church —Services to-morrow. Wesleyan Church, Temuka—Services for to-morrow. A. E. Cox—Advertises entries for Geraldine Stock Sale. Temuka Caledonian Society—Annual dinner on St. Andrew’s Day, H. B. Webster —Entries for Geraldine Stock Sale on Tuesday next. W. A. Nalder, Woodside, Geraldine — Invite tenders for ploughing. J. Mundell & Co —Entries for Geraldine live stock market on Tuesday. Temuka Town Board—lnvite tenders for forming road and clearing drain. J, W. Miles, The Stone Store Temuka— Draws attention to special cheap lines. Geraldine Auctioneers Advertise Geraldine Stock Sale for Tuesday next. D. McGaskill, Temuka—Quotes prices for slates, scrap books, music folios, picture books, toys, Sc c. J. Tangney, Bootmaker, Temuka —Will sell boots and shoes at a very low price for two weeks, and quotes prices. Canterbury Farmers’ Co-operative Association Annual meeting of shareholders on Nov. 21st; notice re election of directors.