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Tuapeka Times, Volume I, Issue 15, 23 May 1868, Page 2

It is pleasing to observe that when any case arises deserving of the benevolence and sympathy of the good folks of Lawrence, they are ever ready to give a tangible expression to it. The poor woman Austin who had the money stolen from her hut some short time since, has had a very neat cottage erected by public subscription. Mr. Liston and Mr« Ellis kindly furnished all the necessary blocks for the house to rest upon. Mr. Walker gave the timber and iron required for the shell of the building, and Mr. Aimers, the contractor, gave his labor in lining it. The house is situated in Kilmarnock-street, and is 12 x 20 ft. in diameter, mating a very comfortable cottage. Great credit is due to Mrs. Parker, who has raised upwards of HO by subscription list, and also to those gentlemen above named who have so generously and systematically contributed of their substance towards so benevolent an object. We may state that as a few pounds are still required to clear the expenses attending the construction of the building, Mrs. Parker will be glad to receive any further subscriptions forwarded to her. The following petition, bearing about 130 j names, has been forwarded to His Honor the Superintendent : — " "W«, the undersigned miners, resident on Tuapeka Flat, believing that a piece of land consisting of sections 5 and 6, Block 1., has been surveyed for sale for agricultural purposes, on the application of Mr. Jamas Docherty, hnmbly petition your Honor against the same land being sold, it being within the prescribed boundary of a quarter of a mil* from the Tuapeka Creek, as laid down by the Govormnent Commissioner, Vincent Pyke, Esq.,— it being well known that a portion of the laid land i» highly auriferous, and also interferes with granted residence area, your Honor's attention is earnestly solicited to the above, and your petitioners as in duty bound, •will ever pray, &c." Those persons desirous of stooking their gardens with a variety of fruit trees and shrubs should not lose the opportunity that will be afforded them on Tuesday next of supplying themselves with fine healthy plants at Mr. Hay's sale room.

We are pleased to be able to coHgratulate the Mayor and Councillors of Lawrence, upon the Buccess attending the introduction of water into the town. The contract was taken by Mr. George Murray, of Dunedin, to construct a reservoir on the top of the hill opposite Messrs. Herbert and Co.'s store in Boss Place, at an elevation of 162 ft. above the bed of the creek, and supplied by a race skirting the hill for about half-a-mile, where it branches from the river which supplier the water for Bluiciqg purposes at Wetherstones Flat, the source of which is the celebrated Wetherstones Dam ; the water therefore travels a distance of some six miles before discharging itself into the reservoir: A line of main pipes 6 in. in diameter, conveys the water down the hill underneath the bed of the creek along Boss Place and Peel-street, to the corner of Colonsay-streefc ; at the termination is «rected a large stand pipe, with hose attached, for the purpose of filling water carts j also a tap on the stand pipe, for the convenience of the inhabitants in the neighborhood to fill buckets, &c. ; a similar stand pipe ii also erected in Ross Place, at the corner of Lancaster street ;• a 6 in. valve, Bateman's patent, double faced, with brass Beatings, is fixed at the commencement of the main at reservoir, thereby shutting off the supply in town when required for laying on service pipes to houseß, or for the extension of the main pipes, which we doubt not will be required, after the residents become fully aware of the great boon the introduction of water will be to the town. Two of Bateman's patent fire plugs are fixed in the main pipes in Ross Place, and two in Peel-street. From a trial which has been made with a hydrant and hose the pressure is found sufficient to throw water over the highest building along the course of the main pipes, thereby supplying a valuable adjunct in case of fire. From levels taken water can be conveyed through the same pipes at an elevation of 40 ft. above the hill on which stands Mr. Ocbiltree's house. We cannot but congratulate Mr. Murray upon the satisfactory manner in which the contract has been carried out. The levels for the race were taken by Mr. Goldsmith, the able and efficient manager of the Phoenix Water Race Company, and for accuracy of gradient (10 ft. to the mile), could not be surpassed. The laying of the main pipes and the engineering portion of the work were entrusted to Mr. H. Crump, contractor, of Dunedin, and we must speak in the highest terms of praise of the activity he has shown in the speedy and substantial manner in which he has carried out his portion of the work, and we can confidently recommend him as a gentleman fully competent to superintend any similar work. ! We would draw special attention to Mr. Hay's sale of horses, the properly of Mr. Thomas Bradley, Tokomairiro, to take place on Monday, the 25th inst*, at the Commercial sale yards, Lawrence. We are informed that Mr. Bradley has selected the most of these horses specially for Tuapeka, and his well known large experience as a dealer should instil confidence in the mind ofibujers, to take advantage of the opportunity about to be afforded for obtaining first class animals. A pair of bay carriage horses will be offered for sale, and pure bred colts by Towton. A large number of saddle and harness horses will also be put up for sale without the slightest reserve. The Rev. Dr. Copland addressed a very sensible letter to the "Daily Times," of "Wednesday last, respecting the interim report on the High School, lately laid on the table of the Provincial Council. The Rev. Doctor advocates a reduction in the expenditure of the High School in the form of salaries to masters, from £2,326 10s. to £1,600. He proposes two masters at £350 each, one at £400, and the Rector ab £500, and thinks such a staff quite adequate for the work. He also suggests that instead of allowing a premium to masters for every pupil attending the school, as a stimulus for them to exerfc themselves in their work, the better way would be to place the High School as well as the Elementary Schools of the Province, under the superintendence of an Inspector to report once or twice a year. He also thinks a further provision should be made towards securing the same end, by appointing the Rector and masters from year to year. If these suggestions of th« Reverend Doctor are carried out, we have no ftars whatever of the future efficiency of the High School. THE Lawrence Brass Band held its usual business meeting in the practice room, on the evening of Tuesday, the 19th inst., when the following accounts were passed for payment : — The balance of Mr. Jeffery's account, £10, and Mr. Martin's account, amounting to £13 6s. 4d. The following resolution was adopted- " That all the members of the Band appear in uniform at the practice room, on Monday, the 25th inst., to celebrate the Queen's Birthday." The total amount of receipts from the entertainment given lately by the Band, is £20 Bs. 64. A Meeting took place in the schoolroom, Waitahuna, on the evening of 15th May current, John-M'Kay, Esq., in the chair. Mr. Moggathread the notice calling the meeting; he said that he was secretary for the old medical association, and he called the meeting. It rested with them then to form a new one if they thought proper ; Dr. Johnston was willing to become a candidate. Messrs. Butters, Adamson, M'Quiney, and others took part in the discussion. A wordy war was the consequence. Dr. Johnston being present, it was remarked that it was understood that neither of the candidates should be present. It was evident that a good few of the supporters of both candidates were^ present (M'Brearty and Johnston), still the feeling was unmistakeably in favor of Dr. M'Brearty, we presume on theprinciple thatthey know the doctor, and that he has discharged his duty, and of the other they know but little. There were about forty persons present. The following gentlemen were chosen as a Committee to carry out the objects of the meeting : — Messri. Moggath, Taylor, Buste, Carr, and Ludy, with power to add to their number. A vote of thanks to the chairman closed the meeting, - •' '

At* Waitahuna on Tuesday, Mr. R. Smitl^B held I>i monthly sale of horses and cattle.M There ■*•&■< the largest muster ever yarded sinca^| the commencement of these periodical sales,^! and the layers represented many distriots i^M I considerable distance away. We learn that J^A | large lot w re purchased by Mi. John>Suther.H ! land, East n aievi, and by Mr. James Rln^aaciH I Mr. William Kicholl, West Taieri. The highest! [-price obtained for fat stock was £12 per head.l I Heifers sold unusually well, of which «lftsil there were thirty head disposed of, the pro.l porty of Messrs. Hogg and Ra». Hones ap«l peared to be a drug in the market— although! liberal terms for payment were offered. I Fodb Chinamen were brought before Major H Croker at "Waipori, on Tuesday, the 19th inst, I charged with stealing timber and calico from I a hut at Baker's Point. Mr. Keen defended! prisoners, and stated that there was but a very I tame case against them. He was surprised not I to see a certain witness present who had a right I |to be called. Constable Dunn, however, who | prosecuted, told the Bench that it was not the pan of the Crown but that of the defence, to bring forward the witness referred to. Ha (Constable Dunn), had no objection to Mr. Keen producing any witness he might choose. The Major summed up by stating that ho ; thought instead of being a lame case as Mr. Keen had stated — that it was a very strong case against the prisoners. His verdict was six I I week's imprisonment in Lawrence gaol, witk I hard labor. Messbs. Drew and party, who have been working part of the maim road which crosies Tuapeka Mat, have forwarded through Mr. H, C. Richards, the following letter :— To His Honor the Superintendent. Honored Sir,— l am directed by Messrs. Drew and party, to respectfully convey to your the kindness evinced towards them by your Honors obtaining permission for them to work a portion of the road on the Tuapeka Hat, and to intimate that the work is now completed, the road re-constructed and ready for inspection and approval, whenever it will please your Honor to direct, or cause the same to ba done. ! They further desire me to state that the ground has proved remunerative, and will doubtless be the cause of several miners remaining in the district (in order to work ground adjoining), who might otherwise have left— l have, &c, H. O. RIOHABDS. IN the Warden's Court at Waipori, there waa one rather important case, that of Weatherall ! and party v. Wilson and party. This was a case of backing up water, by which plaintiffs claim had been flooded. The case was settled by arbitration a fortnight since under the new rules, but the parties would not abide by the arbitrator's decision. The Warden told each party that they should abide by the decision previously given, so he- would dismiss the case* costs to be otherwise settled. Mr. Keen, for plaintiffs, endeavored to make » strong case, but failed to do so in consequence of previous arbitration. There was a large amount of business done at the Warden's Court in hearing applications, registrations, &c. The Lawrence School Committee held a meeting on the evening of Monday, the 18th, instant, in the Athenaeum. Presents— Mr. Bastings in chair, Messrs. Jameson, M'Niokle, ! Aimers, Harrop, and Secretary. The mkutes of previous meeting were read and confirmed. The chairman stated that the chief business of the meeting was to appoint a day for the school i examination, and to arrange as to the prizes to [be awarded the children. In reply to a ques- | tion put by the Chairman, the Secretary stated that he only knew of £2 16s. 6d, having beea collected by the children towards the prize*. One of the committee understood that Mr. Stenhouse had £3 he had received as a gift to the prize fund. The chairman suggested that the children have a treat on the examination day, and he was disposed to give to the extent of £5 for that object. Mr. Jameson moved, " That the sum to be distributed in prizes ba £10, and that the President, Secretary, and teacher be appointed to make arrangements for the selection of the books, and getting them from town." It was decided that the examination be held on Thursday, the 28th inst., the prizes to be distributed on Friday, when ih« treat will be given to the childrta, Messrs. M'Nicklt, Aimers, and <fo'»"nfffl > to make arrangements for children'! treat. The Secretary was instructed to invite the Rev. Dr. Copland, and Rev. Messrs. Martin and M'Nicoll, Major Croker, Dr. Halley, and tha principal residents of the town, to the examination, &c. Messrs. Baitings and Jamesoa were appointed to superintend the examination The Secretary was also instructed to advertise that the schoolroom in future w«uld not be granted for any purpose which would in any way interfere with the school hours or business of thesohooL Mr. Hayes proposed, "That a course of Readings be carried on under tha auspices of the School Committee, •ommencing on Mondey night week and every alternate week." Seconded by Mr. M'Nitkle. Tha chairman thought that an entertainment would serve the object the Committee had in view much better than Readings. They might realise as mu«h from one entertainment as from the whole course of Readings. On the above motion being put to th» meeting, there were three for, and two against. The chairman then gave his vote and bis casting vote against tha motion. Mr. Harvop th«n proposed, and Mr. M'NicHc seconded, "That an entertainment for the benefit of the district school be ar« ranged for July." Carried. It is whispered that Dr. Copland has applied for the Rectorship of the High School, Dunedin, in place of Mr. Simmons, resigned. We might state, from our knowledge of the rev. gentleman's ability, that he is well suited for the office. Rumor has it that the Rev. Mr. Martin, of Lawrence, has accepted the pastorate of Caversham English Church, at L4OO per annum. At the Warden's Court, Waitahuna, on the 15th inst., the case of Coo An v. Ah Teng was considered. Ah Yeng was charge<^{ith taking water from the plaintiff and wing it for six dayi, for which plaintiff claimed s»* Verdict for- plaintiff; La and ootta.

THB second fortnightly entertainment in be- ' lialf ;'of the Wetherstones School Fund, was held in the schoolroom on the evening of Wednesday last. The attendance was very encouraging, nearly a hundred persons being present. Mr. M'Clusky occupied the chair. w^HSb performance was introduced by the Glee J? XJlub, under the tuition of Mr. Marriott, and was followed by Miss Scott giving a recitation, which wasnoticeablefordistinctarticulation, and wai w»U received by the audience. Mr. Sutherland sang. "Ready Money," with his well known domic power. The next was a recitation by Mrs. Hunter. The piece traced the history of that unfortunate Queen from the cradle to the grave. In describing the death of Bixrio and also~of Qxteen Mary, Mrs. Hunter ■howed considerable dramatic power. Mr. Sawyer then sang, after which Mr. Donovan read a humorous piece descriptive of Irish character. Miss Mary Scott recited a piece with much pathos. Mr. Ford sang " You'll Remember Me." THasfcer Carr recited "Alexander Selkirk." Mr.. Ferguson read " The Lady of Shalott, ir &c., from Tennyson. Master Tully gave a reading. ilEhe Glee Club sang " The Beam of Light," — they must, however, practice a little more before they can be said to be perfect. Miss Emma Scott read Burns' « Man was made to Mourn." Mr. Ledgerwood followed by singing a song. Dr. Halley was next on the programme, but had been unable to be. present, so Mr. Coffey volunteered " Oh, Erin, my Country." Mr. Sutherland sang "The Water Cress Girl," and was encored, when he sang " O-Ka-Fu-Salem," to perfection. Miss Mary Scott then gave a j Baading: Master .Alfred. Hart, in a clear voice, recited " The Blind Boy," after which Mr. Edward Thompson sang "Th« good Bhine Wine," with good effect. Master Mooney delivered with good inflection, a few lines from "Manhion." Mr. Fen wick eang "Be Kind to Thy Father," &c, with good feeling. The entertainment was then closed by the Glee Club singing the " National Anthem." Mr. Marriott played some cheerful airs between each song or Beading, which greatly relieved the performance. It is very pleasing to find these entertainments taking bo well — if the attendance increases at the came ratio next night the School Committee will require to take steps towards enlarging the schoolroom, which could be done with some little trouble. Such a course, however, might make the schoolroom -uncomfortable for iti legitimate purpose. The case of Duff v. Adamson was heard before the Magistrate at Waitahuna on Friday, the 15th inst. Duff claimed L 4 for board and lodging. The case was adjourned for fourteen days, for the production of a witnesß. Another case wa9 brought before his Worship — Police v. M'lntire, in which M'lntire was charged with beating and otherwise illtreating a Chinaman. Mr. Campbell, on behalf of prisoner, pleaded guilty, and being the first offence he hoped that the Court would deal leniently with him. His Worship" fined him L 3 and costs, with the alternative of going to gaol for seven days with hard labor. I» the Provincial Council on Thursday last, Mr. Shepherd moved, "That this Council is of opinion that an area of land situated on the east and west banks of the Waikaia, ijeiffly opposite the township of Switzera, should be set apart, with as little delay as possible, for agricultural settlement" Mr. ' Mouafc seconded the resolution ; and the Secretary of Land and Works said that the Government had no objection to the resolution, which was therefore agreed to. Wb regret that, owing to a pressure of advertisements, we are compelled to hold over Mr. Donovan's letter, in reply to " Quaker," till our next issue. A VBBT important congregational meeting of the Lawrence Church of England is called for Wednesday evening, the 27th inst., at eight o'clock, in the Schoolbouse.