The Wairarapa Daily. TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 1888.

Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume IX, Issue 2805, 24 January 1888, Page 2

The Wairarapa Daily. TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 1888.

The public schools in Masterton re" opened to-day, after the Christinas holidays. The rext English mail, via San Fran, cisco, closes at Masterton on Saturday 28th January at half-past six a.m. The Hilary Term »t Mr A. E. Crawford's jMastorton Grammar School commenced to-day. The afternoon French, class commences to-morrow, meets on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 4,30 as usual.

Wo are informed that the flooring of the Ruamahunga Bridge at To Ore Ore is at present in a very neglected state many of the boards being loose and out of position. Unless it is intended to court acciidontSjßomething should bo done by way of mprovement.

The only case at the R, M. court, yesterday was that of John Thompson, a '• drunk." Thompson whose common appellation is "Yorkie" was sentenced by Mr A. W, RenallJ. P. before whom he appeared, to 24 hours imprisonment without the option of a fine. The Government have obtained from one of the best London makers an estiment of the cost of replacing the Postoffice clock with its full Cambridge chime of bells at the quarter-hour, four faces illuminated, and in- several respects superior to tho one destroyed. The tendor is to deliver everything complete for only L 340, f.o.b. This is less than half the cost of the old clock.

Mr C. Rous Marten who has off and on posed as an authority on Railway matters, has published through Messrs Lyon and Blair's, " iNotes on the Railways of Great Britain," This is no doubt the outcome of Mr Marten's observations during his recent visit m England, and the work published at a time when a new Railway organisation is under way and new high officials | are ljkely to be appointed is peculiarly appropriate and should bring tho author into prominent notice.

A large Masterton audience again had the ploaauro of listening to Mr Thomas Bracken at the Theatre Eoyal last evening after an interval of several years. On the former occasion Mr Braken impressed us with his own enthusiastic appreciation of tho humor, the pathos, and the beauty of the best song writers in the English language. There was a genuine rjng in his interpretation of their masternices, which was almost a liberal education in the poetic art to his auditors. Last evening the field which he selected was somewhat narrower, as it was restricted almost exclusively to the writings of one gifted author "Samuel Lover," but the writer of Mr Braokon'B ojiojco was singularly rich in. the materials for an Gyening's amusement, As piece after pieoo, .oqnneotec) by a recital descriptive of Lover's career and talents, fell from the lips of the lecturer, tlie hearty applauso of the audience testified to the pleasure which they enjoye/J. Jn the second part of the pro-, gramme Mr Brapls,on gave several grand recitations, from grave to gay, from lively to sovore, which fully justified the high expectation of his histrionic powers formed by those who had previously listened to him,

The lessees of the Masterfcon Theatre not content with arranging the very admirable evenings entertainment which was provided last night by Mr Tlios Bracken's inimitable lecture and readings, have just finished negotiations by which it is decided that the talented Miss Lilly Dayies, the London prima donna, and Mr tyynn iMcLean, the celebrated violin soloist from % Paris Conservatoire, shall visit JllasCerton on Friday and Saturday evening next, 27 th and 28th January. Iliey will probably bo supported by'some good Wellington amateurs, and Herr Mosch, the well-known and highly appreciated pianiste, will, most likely ppme wjtli the party. An attractive and popular pre: gramme of songs, ballads, and piano and violin solos will be arranged, and seeing that we have so few opportunities in Maatorton of hearing really good music, from outside artistes of recognised ability, no doubt a large house will greet fhe concert givers as a reception.

The Thermometer at Mr W. Dougail's read in the : shade at noon to-day 641 degrees. . ' '.. . MrGoorge Heron advertises that lie requires a cook, one to accompany a thrashing machine. Mails for the Australian Colonies only' via Sydney, will dose at Russell, at 10 a.m. .to-morrow (Wednesday). Mails for the Chatham Islands, per "Kalm" closo at Lyttleton at 9 a.m. tomorrow (Wednesday). Correct time may be had at Mr W. Dougail's at 10 a.m to-menw. Mr Dougall receives a specially telegraphed time signal on Wednesday mornings. Miss Payne's term for the reception of piano and vocal pupils commences on Ist February, at Miss Prossers in Cole street. Mr D. E. Toohill of the Royal Hotel thanks the Fire Brigades and others for their kind services at the recent' fire on his premises.

A very heavy hailstorm was experienced in the Lower Taueru and Brancepeth districts yesterday, the shower being exceptionally severe.

The poll in connection with the proposal to borrow £540 for metalling purposes on the Upper Taueru road was held on Saturday last and resulted in the proposition being carried. The Boy. Chas. Murray, a Missionary from the JNew Hebrides, delivers an address in the Presbyterian church tonight at'!?. 30 giving an account of mission work among the natives there.

The Bishop of Wellington holds aeon" firmation service at Greytown next Sunday, and one at ; Masterton on the Sunday following, viz., sth February.

The S.S. Maripora with English mails up to 28th December left San Francisco for Auckland on 14th inst three days late. The Zealandia withcolonial mails of the second inst arrived at San Francisco from Auckland on 21st inst one day early.

MessrsM. Cas'elberg and Co., announce that owing to the rough weather preventing many people attending their sale at H. Owen and Go's., premises it will be continued for five days longer, viz -until Saturday 28th January.

The following local horses secured places in yesterday's Island B&y Baco meeting:—Mr A. J. Hoskin's Volti'geur first in the local Handicap of 40 sovs. Mr T. Thompson's Little Scrub second in the Flyinp Handicap of 50 sovs, and the same horse (Little Scrub) second in the Island Bay Cup of 250 sovs. A meeting of the Gas Committee of Masterton Borough Council was held last Friday nipht. Present:—His Worship the Mayor, and Crs Muir and Perry. The only business done of any public interest was the resolution to advertise in Wellington inviting applications for the position of working foreman at the gasworks, We presume this is intended to exclude all local applicants.

The Maßterton Horticultural and Industrial Society will hold a committee moethw at the Wairarapa Daily Office on Wednesday evening noxt at 8 o'clock, The business is to arrange for the Autumn Show, which is to be held on Thursday 23rd February next, and to elect a new Secretary.

A very enjoyable evening was spent by about forty couples in the Masterton Dnll Shed last night. The floor was in splendid order and everyone greatly enjoyed themselves. Pearson's private band supplied the music, and Mr F. D. Pelling the refreshments, Dancing was kept up till. 2,30 this morning.

Last Saturday's storm raged very furiously at Greytown. Several tree tops were blown across the telegraph wires, Mr F. H. Wood's flagstaff came to grief, and a harvesting cart, owing to its having a full and high load on, was capsiaed, and the vehicle broken off at the shafts. The rain at times was exceedingly heavy, and altogether the elements were much at war with each other.

Passengers by the Rimutaka railway are not yet fated to travel with the ease and quiet they might desire, and there is no doubt that the recont exciting episodes on this at all times dangerous line iliavo. had their effect in lessening the 'raffle during these holidays, There was a fair train up from Wellington yesterday morning, but the other trains have been but sparsely patronised, On Saturday, the wind on the hill was almost as violent as on the day of the last accident, and both the North and South afternoon trains were detained about two hours in fear of proceeding. In the ewe of the train from Wellington, the delay was at the summit, it not being thought fit to proceed in the face of the fearful gale that blew until several lengths of railway metal had been fastened on each side of the lower part of all the care. Both trains eventually got in safely. We notice that the railway people have since boxed in a quantity of iron under tho seats of most of the cars. This no doubt adds to safety, but it does not do so to comfort, as it prevents the recess being used aa a recepticle for luggage and' parcels. Yesterday morning's up train from Wellington also' did its share towards making the holiday passengors uervous, for soon after leaving the Summit the passengers, while the train was going through a ttinne], heard a bumping noise, and it was soon afterwards ascertained that'a car had broken one of its springs, with the result that the damaged vehicle had to be dropped off at tlie ii@3(t MesPaipimtqn ws. -l)ont keep any qf the quack rostrums, as they are regimental to the human cistern; but put your trust inDrSauVs American Hop Bitters, which will euro general dilapidation, costivo habits, and all comic diseases They saved Isaac from a severe extract of yphoid fever. They are the lie pfas num of medicines. '' Boston Globe."

TWQ oi}(ps. - Mediate first the stomach, seoqnd tho ljver, especially the first, so as to perforin their Mictions perfectly, and you will romove at least nine-teen-twentieths of all the ills that mankind is heir to, in this or any other climate. Dr Soule's American Hop Bitters is tho only thingthat will give perfectly healthy natural action to these two organs " Maine Jamier.' 1

Wasted all ladies to see pur last shipment for the season of white' embroidered muslin robes, very choice, from 25s Cd to 425, at Te Arp House, \Vellingtqn.. Wanted, aye wanted, all the young ladie3 of the city jo visit qur showroom anc| select fom the mosf beai|j;ifnl" assortment in t|)e city tli.eir hats far the season at Te 4.r0 House, Wellington. . '

Wasted, all mothers to sco our picnic Ifats for the girls from 2d to 6d each, and our bpys' straw hats from 3d to Is each, at TeAro House, Wellington. }}' anter, aye wanted, 5,0() customers for Jadies' summer costumes from 3s pd to 6Qs, and siimmor mantles and jackets 01 every description from 2s lid to 4 guineas, at Te . 4.r0 House, Wellington, Wasted, cyeryone fo see and buy ibutton kid gloves, superiqr quality, usual price 2s'lld, for }s lid. ABpQQ pairs of these liMie already been gold, no tihie sjjould bo lost in seourhig them at Te Ayo jjq'uee, Wellington. Wanted, aye wanted, purchasers for a special lot of Orientul aud other laces at about half their usual price, viz, 2Jd, 3Jd, 5Jd and 6Jd per yard, There is bound to be rusjj for these at yo Aro JJqih v ,-Apyi,

Amalgamated Friendly Societies' Demonstration Sports. .

Marshall: F,Gray; Judges:F.Gray, W. Carey, and J. Yates; Starter:' G. Dixon; Handicappers: O'Connor, Ewington, and'J.Muir; Treasurer: E. Kibblewhite; Hon. Secretary: E. H. Waddington; Ground Committee:' G. Allen J. Russell, VW. Peacock, and W. Blinkliome; General Committee: Delegates; Timekeeper: J. Muir,'. •

The above Sports were held yesterday in the Park Oval, Masterton, and despite the bad weather there was, considering the number of other attractions of the same nature, a fair attendance, between 700 and 800 persons being on the ground during the afternoon. The Committee on this occasion had sold the gates, and there is no doubt they acted wisely as far as their own interests were concerned, as the purchaser could withyesterday's takings hardly have reimbursed himself for his outlay of £4O, and profit at . that price was put of the question. The procession t0... the grounds in the morning by members of Friendly Societies' in regalia, could hardly be called a success in point of attendance of those in the ranks, and no doubt the showery and threatening weather interfered both with this and with the number of persons present at the sports. The afternoon was fairly fine, but in the morning and about noon.there were several very ominous showers/ and these kept people away. Pearson's private band added much to the enjoyment of the public, both in leading the procession, andin the playing of choice and lively selections throughout the day The privilege holders hardly seemed to be doing as much as usual, but they seemed fairly satisfied on the whole with the result of their day's catering for the public's enjoyment. Mr G. Dixon who ran the booth for the supply of liquid comforts and did it on temperance lines, had a good supply of everything which could possibly be required and only needed a warmer day to have done a thriving business. Mr Polling at the Refreshment booth' had also everything that could be wished in the way of articles, tempting alike to the palate and the pocket, and seemed to be doing all round at least as much as any of his fellow caterers, and certainly more as far as the patronage of the youngsters was concerned. Mr Louis Holmes had the right of games, and was himself in charge of a swing boat, which seemed very popular with the children. The other miscellaneous amusemeuts consisted ot Aunt Sally, " Three shies a penny," and the wheel of fortune, the latter being under the management of that enterprising Maori named Sam Earaitiana. • One object of interest seemed to be a tent in which, under the proprietorship of Mr G. Spackman, was exhibited a freak of nature, in the shape of 'a young and healthy-looking Brahma rooster with four legs and two tails, The Grand Stand was as usual reserved by the Committee for the free use of ladies. Of the sports themselves, most of the items were well contested, and the general arrangements were good. The novel race, in which the competitors ran part of the distance on all fours and the remainder of it backwards, caused great amusement, as did also the pig hunt and the obstacle race.. In the latter the runners underwent a variety of difficult- and amusing experiences, which were so arranged that at a very early stage of the race they all became coated with a covering of flour, and a liberal sprinkling of beer or some other liquid. There were no entries at all for that diverting ooutest known as •' grinning through the horse collar," despite the fact that they were free. The baby competition caused great amusement, and brought out seven mothers, each anxious for her own child to secure the certificate of being the best baby on the ground. One lady even trotted out twins, so that she might have a double chaucs. Sergeant Price was elected judge, and a more happy choice could not have been made, and that gentleman, in awarding the black cashmere dress to Mrs B. Hounslow's little baby girl, aged six months, showed a knowledge and discrimination thatamply proves domestic experience has not been lost upon him. The winning baby, in weight, hpaltji, and general condition, was a perfect gem, and so were all the others we had better add, unless we want to be interviewed by their fond but slighted mothers. The following is a list pf the events, with the results shown opposite each : Anniversary Handicap, wipers of the most points in the three events to take the prize, to count as follows; 5 points for first place; 8 for second place, and 2 for third place, first prize £s, second £3,3 rd il.

B, Thompson (10 points) 1 Eemeni, Darley (8 points) tie. Jackson, Nicholson (2 pts) tie , Thompson gained 2 firsts, Eemeni a first anl a second, and Darley two seconds and a third. The ties djvjded the pr|ze money, Boys' Baoe, under 12, entry free, first prize 10s 2nd ss. T. Jacksin vl A.Tinsley '... ... 2 Maiden Eace, 220 yds, entry 2s, Ist prize 30s, 2nd 15s. H. J. Jackson I I'.Bappii .... ... 2 Ten entered. Time 27secs. Novel Eace, under 15s, run 50yds backwards; run 60yds; 50yds on all fours; Ist prize, 15s, second 7s 6.d. Entry Is. p.R'athawaj 1 •■■■ p.Gunther ..'. ... 2 6 entered. Anniversary Handicap (open to all) First event 120 yds, Eomeni (9 yards) ... 1 B. Darley (18 yards),... 2 H. J, Japkson (9 yards) 8 1Q entered.. Np time taken. • Boys' Sack Eace, under }5. entry Is 1 1st prize 15s, 2nd ss. O.Gunther. ... ... 1 T, Welch ,„.;.. 2 5 entered. Walking Handicap, 1* miles, Ist prize 60s, 2nd 20s. B. Annan (80yards)... 1 E.G.Collier (scratoh).,. 2 Four entewcl, Timo Umiu 1(j sqo,

■..' Girls'-Eace,under 12,i00yds,enfry free, Ist prize, 10a, 2nd ss. ' ■ ' / Eliz.Barliwith... ... l;v v Phoebe Spaqkman ... 2 Anniversary Handicap, second event, 220 yardsB.Thompson (scratch) 1 Kernene (12 yards) ... 2 E. Darley (16 yards) 8 19 entered; Time2s seconds., 100 Yards Handicap. Ist 80s, 2nd 10s. Reinene (8 yds) ... ... 1 Keuri (12 yds) ... ... 2 H. J. Jackson (8 yds) ... 8 Fourteen entered; Time 10£ sees. Vaulting with Pole, Ist 20s, 2nd 10s— H. fieri (9ft Gh) ... ... 1 W. Welch (9ft 4in) ... 2 Five entered. Half-Mile Handicap, Ist 50s, 2nd 10s: E. H. Pelling (22yds) ... 1 E.G. Collier (scratch)... 2 Six entered; Time 2min 7ssec. Greasy Pig, prize 20s and the pig, which had to be caught by the tail. H.Welch ..: ... ... 1 Six entered. ' Youth's Eace, under 15 years, Ist 15s, 2nd7s6d. P.Galloway ... ... ... 1 A.McGuire ... 2

Nine entered. This race was at first a dead heat, but being afterwardrun off, it resulted as above.

Hurdle Handicap (ten hurdles) 220 yds; Ist'prize 40s, 2nd2os, E. Thompson (scratch) 1 T.vTlpnpsonjr. (18yds) 2

Ten entered. Time 82|sec8 Friendly Societies Handicap, 220 yds (for members only) Ist 60s, 2nd 80s. D. Nicholson (scratoh)... 1 Sam Minifie (14yds) ... 2 F.D. Polling (Byds) ... 8' Six entered. In tins race it was potested that Nicholsen was not a member of a Friendly Society. The decision'is held over until communication has been made with the Lodge named by him as the one to which he belongs. Time 27 sees. 150 Yards Handicap, Ist 40s, 2nd 15s, , Remini(loyds)... ... 1 Reuri (14yds) ... ... 2 E. Thompson (scratch) 3 Fifteen entered. Time 17sec. Three-legged Kace, under 15, entry Is per pair; Ist priae 15s, 2nd ss. Ryan and Baillie ... 1 Galloway and Gunther... 2 Five pairs entered. Grinning through a horse collar, entry free, prixess. There were no competitors for this event. Anniversary Handicap, Final event, 440. yds. E. Thompson (scratch) 1 E.Darley (22yds) ... 2 D..Nicholson (syds) ... 3' 19 ran. Time 53 4-sth sec. Obstacle Race, boys under 15,15t 15s, 2nd7s6d. P. Galloway 1 G.Douglas ;.. 2 live entries. One Mile Handicap, Ist 80s, 2nd 40s: E. G. Collier (scratch) ... 1 E. J. Braggins (75 yds) ~. 2. Nine entries. Consolation Handicap, 220 yds, Ist 20s, 2nd 10s. H.Argyle (Byda) ... ... 1 - T.Thompson(6yds) ... 2 Ten entered EXTRA EVENTS. Old Man's Race, over 50 years, 120 yards, Prize suit of clothes. Mr Ewington, sen. ... 1 There were four entries, Time 21sec. Mother of the. best-looking baby on the ground. Prize, Black Cashmere Dress. . Mrs B.Hounslow's Baby, , a little girl of about six months old ... 1 There were six other entries. Catching Greasy Pig, Prize, the pig and a money award. Oilers ... 1 Juvenile Forester's Race, 150 yards, H. Broom ... 1 J.Bennington ... ... 2