LOCAL & GENERAL.

Temuka Leader, Issue 2560, 26 September 1893, Page 2

LOCAL & GENERAL.

I ____ Horse Sale. —The C.F.C. Association hold a sale of horses at Geraldine to-day. Geraldine Races. —ln our advertising columns will be found the train arrangements for the Geraldine races on Thursday next. Rain. —Heavy rain commenced to fall yesterday morning, and continued through the greater part of the day, It ceased shortly after 8 o’clock. Evangelistic Services.— Mr Wm. McLean, a Scottish evangelist, brought a successful one week’s mission at Geral dine to a close on Friday evening last. Lambing. mortality in the early part of the season we understand that the lambing in this district has been very good, many farmers • siting over 120 per cent. Sb- T ' ' n *RADES—The annual parade Horse x „ takes place toof stud horses at - <- M'tmaru day, and the annual parade au . - - under the auspices of the C.F.C. Association, takes places on Saturday. Entries for the latter close with Mr F. W. Stubbs, Secretary, before noon on Thursday. Temuka Caledonian Society.— The annual general meeting of the members of r the Temuka Caledonian Society will be Njeld in the Temuka Hotel next Friday evening at 8 o’clock ; the directors’ meeting half-an-hour earlier. Members are particularly requested to attend. Sporting. —The A.J.C. Spring meeting at Sydney concluded on Saturday. Results: High Weight Handicap, Alchemist; Members’ Handicap, JBudgeree; Steeplechase, Beggar Boy; Waverley Handicap, Miletos ; Randwick Plate, Camoola; and Final Handicap, Kookaburra. The horse Ducrow fell in the Waverley Handicap, and having put his shoulder out was. destroyed. The jockey, Kennedy, was removed to the hospital suffering from concussion of the brain.—At Manchester on Saturday, the Lancashire Plate resulted as follows: Duke of Portland’s Raeburn, 1; Isinglass, 2; La Fleche, 3. The Female Franchise, —Owing to the inclemency of the weather, the meeting in Temuka to register the names of women on the electoral roll was a failure. A few of those who had called the meeting, finding that it was raining very hard at the time, and that no one had turned up at the appointed hour, shut the doors, but immediately afterwards several ladies arrived, and very soon a large number had collected in and around Mr George Dyson’s (the deputy registrar’s) office, who at once proceeded to take their names. Somewhere about 40 ladies were thus enrolled, including five .or six Maoris, who appeared highly delighted at possessing the privilege of voting. The promoters of the meeting made a great mistake in being in such a great hurry to close the door of the hall, as notwithstanding the rain they would have had a fair meeting. As it was several left without registering their names, but we believe it is intended to hold another meeting later on. General Workers’ Union.— The Committee of the Temuka branch of General Workers’ Union met on Saturday evening. Messrs Mcrcier (chairman), K. Franks (secretary), W. Davie (delegate), Morris, Anderson. Chapman, Erwood, Langridge, O’Grady being present. Business of importance was tr insacted, and parting instructions was given to the delegate from this branch to the Conference at Ashburton , on Wednesday next. It was also arranged ■ to invite Mr Kelly, M.H.R., the President, i to attend a public meeting, with Mr ( O’Brien (gen ral secretary) and the chairman and delegates from Timaru and ] Geraldine on Saturday, the 30th inst., j after the Ashburton Conference. Al- < though to outward appearance Union i matters have appeared quiet, things are 1 reported to be in a very satisfactory con- ( condition, «#d the committee appear to be g encouraged and enthusiastic. Should the President appear in Temuka, a large at- t tendance of the working population will, , no doubt, attend to important a meeting, s whiefe wiU be duly advertised- j

Sik R. Stout.—lt is understood that Sir R. Stout contests Port Chalmers. Geraldine Stock Sale.—The fortnightly sale of stock at Geraldine takes place to-morrow. A number of entries will be found in our advertising columns.

Waitohi Flat.—A concert and dance in aid of the annual treat in connection with the Waitohi Flat school, will be held in the schoolroom next Thursday evening. A very nice programme has been arranged, and an enjoyable evening should be spent by those who attend.

The Legislative Council.—The Council continues to mangle Government business. It has considerably altered the Liquor Bill, and it is said it will throw out the Railway Bill, the Shop Hours Bill, and several other policy measures. There is talk of putting more Liberal members into the Council.

Amateur Cycling Club.—A general meeting of the Geraldine Amateur Cycling Clnb will be held in the ante-room of the Volunteer Hall on Friday evening next, at 7.30 p.m. The business is important, and cyclists and others from Geraldine and other districts are invited to attend. The club would especially like to see cyclists present from Temuka, Winchester, and other parts.

A Repartee.—One of the best hits of the session has been made by Mr Buckland. Mr J. McKenzie had been speaking of himself. He had landed in the colony 37 years ago with little more than the proverbial sixpence in his pocket and the clothes he stood up in. " I," said Mr Buckland, "am three years short of 50, I came into this colony 47 years ago, stark naked, and look at me now." The House roared.—Otago Daily Times. St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Geraldine.—The Rev. Father Bowers who was appointed by the Bishop to take Father Treacy's place at Geraldine, took charge last Sunday, when he spoke a few words to the congregation. He was pleased to be back amongst them once more, and congratulated them on the great progress they had made by making improvements to the church and clearing off their oppressive debt. Wool Scouring,—Attention is drawn to Mr D. McCaskili's advertisement in another column. He has purchased the Epworth wool works, and is prepared to scour large or small clips at lowest rates. Mr McCaskill has a good reputation as a classer and scourer, and as the premises are convenient and well appointed, and the water supply of excellent quality, it is to be confidently anticipated that he will receive a fair share of support.

Geraldine St. Patrick's Sports Association. —This association hold another of their popular grand socials on Thursday October 12th. Tickets are £3. Refreshments will be provided, and dancing commences at B.m. It will be remembered that the last social held under the auspices of this association was a huge success. It is because of this we believe that the association have decided to try another and there is no doubt that this social will also meet with|good support. Salvation Army, Geraldine.—The Salvation Army at Geraldine on Saturday night last opened their anniversary campaign with what they call an Indian march The procession which left the Army Barracks about 8 o'clock comprised male and female members attired in Hindoo costume, led by Staff-Captain and Mrs Alderton. A numerous body oi onlookers followed to watch the vagaries of these strangely-at-tired people, who after parading the town made their way back to the barracks, where an enthusiastic meeting was held. On Sunday, to use array phraseology, a cyclone of salvation took place. Meetings were held at Geraldine, Woodbury and Peel Forest. Staff Captain Alderton and his wife took charge at Geraldine, Captain Dixon at Peel Forest, and Mrs Dixon at Woodbury. The meetings at Geraldine were crowded. Last night a special night of prayer was held, and to-night the anniversary tea will be held, when bands will be present from Timaru and Temuka.

South British Insuiiancb Company.— The balance-sheet of the South Britih Insurance Company for the year ending 31st August lastt shows the profit for the year lo be £24,502. After adding £7llO to the reinsurance reserve fund the amount to credit of profit and loss account, inclusive of the balance brought forward from last year is £34,168 19s lid. This profit is dealt with in the following manner : £20,000 is transferred to the reserve fund : dividends absorb £6462 16s; the provision for loss on securities realised and depreciation on other securities is £659 5s 6d, and £lOlO 17s 2d is written off office furniture

nd the Auckland leasehold. After paying the usual dividend at tiie rate of 10 per cent per annum in October, which will absorb £8231 Bs, the balance to be carried forward to new account in £2813 13s 3d. The net premiums for the year are £202,135 being an increas of £9204 on last year's revenue. The interests on investments amounted to £7965, an increase of £1264 on the revenue from this souroe last year.

■-•nTNE L.IBEBAL ASSOCIATION.—At a committee Liberal Association on - last, it was decided to invite members oi the present Liberal Party to call at Geraidine on their way home from Wellington to address Geraidine audiences on political matters of the day. In view of this, the secretary was instructed to write to Sir Robert Stout, and Messrs Earnshaw, Pimkerton, and W. Hutchison, Dunedin members, who will probably pass this way by rail on their way home. It was decided to spread the Associations rules and platform broadcast in every district in the Rangitata electorate, and get as many members as possible to join. The Association have taken the initiative in this district in placing women on the roll, and at present the only trouble is that they cannot get sufficient of the new electoral forms to meet the demands of lady electors, but a large supply is expected at once, if they have not already arrived. The secretary of the Association, Mr B. Robson, consented to keep his shop open all day, so that all women desirous oE having their names placed on the roll can do so at any time of the day by calling on him. The Association will also make an effort tonight at the Salvation Army tea meeting to get as many women to enroll as possible. This is as good an idea as any, for where there is a tea meeting there will sure to be plenty of ladies, and where ladies are thus collected en masse is the best place for the Association to do its work expeditiously. Piscatorial Notes.—The local streams are now in capital order, free from weeds and full of feed, so that there is every prospect of the angling season opening under favourable circumstances. The Waihi and Temuka promise to afford excellent fly fishing this year, as they were practically " unfished " for some months last season. The Acclimatisation Society took the opportunity of a fresh to open the Milford bar, and there is now a straight run m from the sea. Whitebait have come in freely, and rather earlier than usual, so that it is to be expected that trout in the main streams should prove in good condition. That veteran fisherman, Mr Nicholas, is making great preparations for the opening day and his premises lately have resembled a tackle factory, rods, reels and lines of his own and customers' having been subjected to a thorough overhaul. Jfr D. Taylor also evidently means business, his sfcqck for the ensuing season comprising old favorities in the way of minnows and flies and a number of novelties. In addition to keeping open the mouth oft the Opihi the Acclimatisation Society have attended to the stocking of the streams, .and hftye lately liberated, some SOOQ American brook trout (foirfinaUx) in the ttingitftta creek and the ee eial branches of the Ohapi. She trout were sent down from Christchurch in two oais, and the curatoj n charge managed to : uwiiver them without any loss. These should be productive of good sport in. a yea.rortW.9i " " ' J

Claim to Enrolment.—On our fourth, page will bs found a " Claim for Enrolment " form, wnich anyone desiring to enrol can cut out, fill in, and forward to the registrar. Gun Accident. —A young man named George Depart was shot through the side of the neck at Courtenay on Saturday, through a gun which had missed fire suddenly going off. The wound is serious though not dangerous, but his escape from death was very narrow.

Sunday Trading.—Nankeville, licensee of the Metropolitan Hotel, Auckland, waa charged with Sunday trading, and was fined £lO and costs. The police have decided to prosecute a witness, William MaiLnan, who admitted that he had wrongfully declared himself to be a traveller. The Midland Railway.—A public meeting at Christchurch passed a resolution calling on the Government to do its utmost to have the report of the Public Accounts Committee re the new concessions applied for by the Midland Railway Company carried out. All the Canterbury members are to be asked to support it. Athletic—At the annual Cross Country meeting held under the auspices of the Canterbury Athletic Club at McCormac k's Bay, Sumner Road, on Saturday afternoon, the principal event, the Three-Mile Cross Country Steeplechase, was won by C. Rides (100 yuxds) with D. Page (500 yards) second. Tne race was a very close one, the time being 20min 6 3/ssec. Found Dead.—The body of a man about 60 years of age was found north of the Waiinakariri below high-water mark on Friday. The hands and feet were tied with cord, and it is supposed that deceased had jumped off the railway bridge about (500 yards higher up the river. On a handkerchief was the name E. M. Betta. It is stated that a solicitor of that name had been inquired for from Wanganui, and that he was recently seen in Christchurch, Supreme Court.—The criminal Bitting of the Supreme Court at Napier concluded on Friday. Thomas Smith, a Salvationist, pleaded guilty to bigamy. He deserted his tirat wife at Oamaru in 1887, and married and deserted another woman at Ormondville. He was sentenced to two years' uard labor. John Francis Bowes, lately an auctioneer at Hastings, was tried on two charges under the Bankruptcy Act of making preferential payments to one creditor and with failing to keep proper books. He was acquitted on both charges. A Protest.—The council of the National Association, Auckland section, telegrapned to the leader of the Oppposition as follows : —" Council protests emphatically against the delegation to Ministers of Parliament the right to pledge the public credit to the ; extravagant amount to which deficiency bills may be issued by the Ministry under the Public Revenues Bill, and destroys Par* liamentary control of the public purse by permitting Ministers to pledge the credit of the colony without first obtaining the sanction of Parliament." The council has elected the first lady member, being the first fruits of the franchise.

A Oaiuous Case. A youth named Tullock was committed for trial at Invercargill on Friday for stealing from his mother's bedroom £32. Mrs Tullock stated that she would not have laid the information had she known it was her son who was implicated. The lad got Jnto the company oi' two cabmen, and cannot or will not tell what he did with the money, which all disappeared in twenty-four hoars. One cabman named Peattie admitted getting £lO /roin the lad because he was hard up. The money was given without solicitation. Peattie bought a horse for £2O the following day, but alleged that he got the money from Baldvr i, another cabman.

S.G. Rabbit Fence.—Two reports on the rabbit pest by the Joint Agricultural, presented to the House recently. The Pastoral and Live Stock Committees were first, says a Lyttelton Times special, deals with the South Canterbury rabbit fence. The finding of the Committee is that rabbits have very seriously increased in South Canterbury since the fence was erected that they now exist in considerable num-i bers to the north of that fence, and require to be vigorously dealt with, or serious consequences to a large area of country in South Canterbury must result; that the Government should enforce the provisions of the Rabbit Act, and increase the staff if necessary for tuat purpose ; that the Government should have a thorough examination made into the condition of the South Canterbury district, and obtain a report as to whether a fence line or system of fencing can be secured which will assist in checking the spread of rabbits northward. The other report deals with the question of rabbits in the Awatere district* Sunday Trading.—A point of some importance to the liquor trade was mentioned in the Wellington Magistrate's Court on Friday. The licensee of the Metropolitan Hotel has been summoned for bunday brading-and it was proved that a man calling for a drink had stated in reply to the barthat he was a traveller and oame from the Hutfc, whereas he was living in town, and made an untruthful statement. The defence relied on this evidence for an acquittal, but Air Martin, R.M., pointed out that the decision in recent English reports compelled che ii^ n Bto BSe greater precautions than merely asking the man if he was a traveller. By the decision mentioned it developed upon the publican to ascertain tha object of of the traveller's visit to town, where he was supplied, and where he was proceeding, in order that thirsty souls could not simply walk from their residence the necessary distance under the Act to secure

' a drink. Sih John Hall.—Sir John Hall having announced his intention of not again standing for election to the House of Representatives, was entertained on Saturday night at a banquet in Bellamy's by the members of the party with whom he has long been connected. The dinner was of a private character. All the party with the exception of three were present. Mr Rolleston presided, and moved the toast of " The Guest" in a lengthy speech, regretting his retirement and referring to the long and honourable political career of Sir John HaJl. He also mentioned the successful passage <>f the female franchise as the crowning victory of Sir John fiaJPs career. Sir John Hall replied, thanking the gentlemen with whon he had been connected for to many years for their expressions of goodwill, but said that bhough not contesting the next election he would not say farewell. General regret was expressed at Sir John Hall's retire, ment, and the hope was entertained that if he did not again seek the suffrages hi» services would not be lost to another brsmch of the legislature.

SYNOPSIS OF ADVERTISEMENTS. J. Farrell— Lost black mare Geraidine St Patrick's Sports Association —Grand social. H. E. Buckingham— Stud notice, re Loid Lyon. Timaru Trotting Club—Nominations fog handicaps cl >se on September 29, N.Z. Railways—Train arrangements for Geraidine races. Funeral notice—Re late Mr A. E. Cox, at Temuka this day. George McMillan—Tenders for cutting up willows. C. G. Tripp—Stud notice re entire pony and entire donkey. J. Blyth—Tenders for additions to and alterations of house. D. McCapkili—Has purchased Epworth, wool-scouring wprks, T. Boyd & Son, CJirisfcchurch—lmportant notice re rases won on Atalanta Cycles. Temuka Caledonian Society Annual ineetiug of members on Thursday evening, Gera}djne Amateur Cycling- ClubGenera}, meeting on Friday evening next. Guinness & LeCren-* Clearing sale of horse?, harness, waggons, etc., on Friday next. Geraidine County Anglers Society—An 'innuid peneial meeting on Friday aftej. noon nes^,

Timaru A. ami P. Association —Annual Bhow on 24th and 25th October ; date of closing of entries. G.F.C. Association Entries Geraldine stock sale to-morrow: hold special sale of Clydesdale thoroughbred and trotting stallions on September 30th.