Waikato Times. AND THAMES VALLEY GAZETTE.

Waikato Times, Volume XVII, Issue 1409, 14 July 1881, Page 2

Waikato Times. A ND THAMES VALLEY GAZETTE.

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THURSDAY, JULY V h 1881.

Never was a Hue of action censured with greater severity than that which, with a short intermission, has for the last decade been followed in regard to native matters by the (■vovirnmonts of New Zealand, and, happily, the timo lias now arrived whuiits fruits aie laid before us. I he, to the majority, unexpected turn which native affairs has taken is nothing but the natural result of the wise policy of conciliation I adopted and carried out during his lifetime by Sir Donald McLean, and since followed by the present Government, through the agency of an officer who has been brought up in Bir Doxvld's school. Major Mair. The policy has been derided under the appellation of " Taihoa," but its warmest supporters might not now wish for a better title. There can bo no, denying that the patience of those whose desire it was to see the end of xhc native difficulty has been sorely tried, but there can be no longer any doubt now — there never has been much — as to the value of this same policy of waiting, relatively with that other which, lms also been resorted to, of attempting to worry the natives into compliauce with our wishes. Nevertheless, this does not detract from the merit of those who have been the direct instruments in producing the change, and no one will say nay when we say that Major Maik deserves the thanks of the colonists for what has been done. We do not know — it cannot be known yet — to what extent the establishment of the entente cordiale is due to the natives themselves ; but conceding everything demanded on this score, there must unfailingly be a large balance left to be placed to the credit of the gentleman we have named. Without painting the picture in colours too glowing, we think we in Waikato may indulge in cordial gratulations on the new and improved aspect which affairs have takeii. Our special reporter, in another column, speaks. somewhat confidently of the probable issue of tho new policy, and there is little doubt that there exists good grounds for the speculations in which he indulges. The attitude taken up by our Auckland morning contemporary has been very strongly reprobated both ,by the natives and Europeans at Alexandra anfl < elsewhere, and it is very , much ,to be regretted that such utterances should

"have beoninade at a juncture when we ought rather to strive by all means in our power to convince the .natives, that ,we,have confidence in *thetn. [A loss t of con^dence.jmea l^ nothing less 'than the losing 'of *ail the advantages which it has - taken, years to attain.

As will be seen by a report of the proceedings of the Cambridge Farmers' Club in another part "of' this issue, the members have determined to offer the property for sale: 1 It is expected tlufc the property will be bought back by those members Who are responsible at the Bank for the overdraft, and the Club started on a fresh and more consistent basis. No well-wisher of the district' would be content to see so valuable an institution drop out of existence without an effort being made tp preserve it.

The members of the Alexandra Amateur Dramatic Club, prompted by the suocess attendant upon their last performance, intend giving another at an early date.

The approach to the Tamahere Bridge on tlie Cambridge side requires some attention. The fence on the edge of the embankment has given way, and is now practically useless.

At the Resident Magistrate's Court, Hamilton, yesterday, several cases were brought against defaulters under the Property T.ix Assessment Act, judgment in each case being given for the amount claimed with costs.

The Fen Court belt was again fired for on. Monday last at the Cam budge ivmgo nncl won by Sergeant Willi.un H<o\vio, Mcuwa. Fergusion, Selby, Reynolds, and Filler are the former winners of che trophy.

A meeting of the Whatawhata School Committee took place on the 7th to investigate certain charge^ against the teacher, on the matter being sifted, the charges were proved to bo without foundation, and frivolous.

The Rev. Mr Fulton will deliver a lecture in the Presbyterian Church, East Hamilton, this evening, at, 8 o'clock, the subject being " The Life 6f Robert Burns." The subject is a rery attractive one, and in the hands of the rev. gentleman will no doubt afford much of what is instructive and entertaining to those who attend. The chair will be taken by Captain Steele.

Mr Kennedy Hill submitted for sale by auction at the Duke oi Cambridge Hotel, Cambridge, yesterday, two valuable allotments, containing a quarter of an acre each, situated near the premises of Mr Isaacs, Duke-street. Both lots were knocked down to Mr Isaacs, for the total sum of £406, or £3 6s 3d pet foot. Allotment 247, Cambridge East, wa-s knocked down afterwards for £31.

The usual weekly meeting of the Hamilton Debating Club, called for this evening, will not take place, in consequence of the Rev. Mr Fulton's lecture. The date of the latter had been fixed before it was known that the Club's meeting night had been altered to Thursday, hence the Committee have deemed it right to give way.

We trust that steps will be taken in rLuniltou, as in the other centres of population in Waikato, to give Tawhiao and his followers a suitable reception when they arrive at that place. A move has already been made in the matter, and doubtless nil that is necessary will be done. The party may be expected to be here on Friday or Saturday.

Mr S. P. Andrews, M.H.R, for Christcliurch, has given notice that he will move that the next session of P.irlia* ment be held at Christcliurch, and that an address be presented to the Governor to place a sufficient sum for the purpose on the Estimates.

The road from Hamilton to Alexandra generally is m a bad state bince the Lite rains, and some attention is required upon the cuttings, inoie especially at Mystery Creek and that leading to the bridge over the railway near Ohaupo. The want of suitable gravel m the latter locality is greatly felt.

The brethren of the Loyal Orange Lodge, No 9, Hamilton, celelnatcd the anniversaiy of tlie Battle of the Boyne by a dinner «it the Hamilton Hotel on Tuesday night. There w,is an abundance of good things provided, the repast reflecting the greatest ciedit upon the host ,uid hostess. Owing to a demonstration of a similar nature at Cambridge, a great many of tlio brethren were unavoidably absent. The attendance therefore was not numerous, but those who were present spent a very enjoyable evening. The chair was occupied by Bro. E. G wynne, W.M., and the vice-chair by Bro. McCarthy. The usual loyal and Orange toasts were duly proposed and responded to. Bro. Gwynne gave a very interesting account of , ttyo -jrine of Orangeism in the Waikato. ' The remainder of the eveningwas 'spent in conviviality.

On Tuesday evening ■ last . the members of the H.unilton .Baud, assembled en the balcony of Mr Gwyne's Hotel, and played a few choice selections, quite new to the public. Tho night was everything 1 that could be desired, and the strains of tho band were heard at a considerable distance. The general opinion expressed was that a decided improvement had taken place since the appointment of the yew bandmaster. Tt is the intention of the band to give a concert at an parly date, tho members being most attentive in their practices. The proceeds will be devoted to paying off the debt pn the instramentp. It is to be hoped that now the days aie lengthening that the people of Hamilton may have frequent opportunities of hearing the band in the evenings as it will be mean* 6f very much enlivening the town.

A meeting of the trustees of the Hamilton Wesleyan Church was held on Monday evening. The business waa to determine what steps should be taken inthe matter of building' a now ' $mrch. , Rev. C. Griffin stated that lie had already subscriptions up to £112 promised and paid. It was estimated that £,50 more would be begged, together with £25 estimated proceeds from opening services. It was then resolved to begin the work at once. The Rev*. 0. Griffin was authorised to get plans and specifications from the architect, Mr E. Bartley, of Auckland. The affair is now fairly under way. and it is expected to have the new church opened in the spring.'

"Old Clothes" wajs the subject of a, lecture given" by Rev* 0; Griffin at,Whatawnata on Tue3clay night. The ' settlers came out in good style, , and the school-house was well filled. ' ifr C. Day presided in a very efficient manner, The lecturer, in, dealing wtyh his subject, took the company to the' very heart of, , "Old CJothesdom," Momnouth-street and Petticoat Lane, London, and, as| the ,- old clothes in all stages came into view, brotight both' their fun and phftQStijjhy into play. Secoml-haiid silks, faded yei| and wreath, little woollen socks,

! th read- bfffi^ coats, -pat; died " Until etffcibn 1 ; ables, ana-ragged garments 'in general wore made to utter their voices. The leeturor also dealt with the '■ shoddy" business in clothes, from which he drew loisoifi^ affcT Jittered warnings, finishing: with jipjjeul^ to_ the Siudjence to weavb into the make of their characters good strong -primu pies which would stand the*' wear and tear of life. The looture was (divided fjntio; <fciirbe parb3,[ the 'intervals! 'bisinjr 'fllle'd b!p «with' songs', Aiil-ts, etc.',! >by».*MihB Culpaii -aud - JVlessra Culp.iu, Meacheiu, and Wright. Too much pr«ii*e canhofc be given to Mr B. Rot^iwcU" 1 for the energetic may in wiucli he (Vo^k<3^ jto make the entertainment a success. The proceed", £3 os, go to tho Waikato Wesloyau Circuit Fund. The f .llowiug is the programme : — Chairman's addro^s ; overture, Miss Culpan, " Maiche aux Flambeaux;" song, Mr Wriirbt, "Make me a J icket of Father's Old Co<»t :" dnett, Mi^sand Mr Culpan, " Two Monie Hearts are we." First part of lecture. Song 1 , Miss Culpan, "Only a Tiny Glove; 1 " song, Air 'Meachem, '' I'm ijjiill a friend to You." Second | art of 1. cture. Song, Mr Culpan,' "Here i.pou my Vessel's Deck ;'" duett, Messrs Wnght and Meachera, "Larboard Watch ;" song 1 , Miss Culpan, " Carrissima. ' ' Third part of lecture. Song, •' Gallants of England," Mr Meat hem; duett, Mi -s and Mr Oulpan, "Wind and Hirp.' 1 The musical part of fcho evening wad a great' treat to tho settlers. '

The representation of the East Coast Electoral district will be hotly contested at the next general elections, and the electors will have plenty of candidates to choose from. 'Mr Allan MoDonald, the present member, Mr Vesey Stewait, Mr B. M. Edgcumbe, Captain Porter, Mr W. L. Reea, Mr J. W. Johnson, and Mr S. Locke, 'have all expressed their willingness to come forward at the right moment and woo the suffrages of the electors. It is not at all improbable, however, in the 'event of a redistribution of seats, and of Captain Russell ■and Mr Sutton opposing each other ior the representation of the Napier country districts, that Mr Locke will consent to stand in opposition to both of them, and should' this be the case the chances are he would be ■ returned at the head of' the poll. —Napier JDaili/ Tcb'ijrnph,

The member for Auckland City West is the Don Quixote of the House. He is full of fads <uid imaginary grievances, and, singular to say, find* nothing but daikness just in the vtn-y diiection wheie there is moat light. The Docior inmt bo petver-e. or he would soe some little good in the unfortunate Press' of, the colony ; but, wor^e than this by fiir, he avers that the whole Press of the colony fail to perceive any good in him. At least this is the only inference to be drawn from his obseivation that not a paper in the colony ever said a good word of him. Of course, people who are not acquainted with the member foi Auckland City West would, on hearing this, put him down for a decided bad lot. I know better than this, however ; I know the Doctor to be not half a bad fellow, but only given to excessive prosiuess and reckless assertions, and wandering from the point when speaking, and genernlly influenced by a lively maniacal desire to promote lunacy amongst those who are obliged to listen to him. The exceeding sparse attendance in the Ladies' gallery of Lite is I hear attributable to the Doctor's frequent and blatant orations. — " Asmodeus," in the N.Z. Ma>L

The late Duke of Cambridge had a queer habit ot thinking aloud, and partiouliirly manifested this singularity during the performance of divine service. In the preliminary phrase from the pulpit, "Let us pray," he would add mutteringly and unconsciously "by all means," "very proper." He would respond to the commandment, "Thou shalt not steal," ''certainly not — very wrong to steal;" and "Remember that thou keep holy the Sabbath day" received a commendatory response—" assuiedly very right" It is recorded, that on one occasion, when "prayers for rain,' wore about to be offered up, lie exclaimed, " No use, no use : the wind.-, ea^teily."

Atlas in the "World" says:— "The following anecdote, I venture to think, points to the fact that an occasional sense of humour m the British yokel (whether accidental or otherwise) siu vives the age of Shakespeare's ' clowns.' A view of a country parish had occasion lately to remonstrate with a lowly member of his flock, who hid regular. ly been ' conspicuous by his absence"' from the celebration of the Holy Cunnmmion. for his non attendance. Hodge h.izirdod the excuse that he didn't consider himself sufficiently qualified to attend. ' Why not ?' urged the vicar ; ' you have been confirmed. ' ' Yes, sir, ' replied ilodgc, , ' (md vaccinated too. but they nt i/Jicr of 'cm 'toiL" ' '

Col. Malleson, in the closing volume of his i history of the Indian mutiny, .commonly called the Sepoy Mutiny, gives some curiom instances of pluck in death, Brigadier Hoiseford, he states, " had driven a strong rebel force across that river (the Rapti), and in fording it in pursuit of them, many men of Seventh "Hussars and the First Punjab Cavalry had been swept away by the force of the current, ,und wore lost. Among ,theso was Major Home pi the Seventh Hussars* ,After some search his body wns drawn out of a deep/hole, his hands, having a; fast grip of two of the rebels, whilst the bodies of two,, troopers who perished with him, where found, oach with his hands clutching a rebel sowar." This was an exhibition of tho ruling passion strong in death, and engaged in doing deaths woik. There is nothing like fighting, once men have entered upon it. Eew men but are slow to fight from ohoicee but when they enter upon it, from th pressure of some overpowering necessity, there is nothing they are incapable of doing in its course.

Tenders for the purchase of the Cambridge Farmers' Club House and gioundb arc invited up to the 73rd inst. MV J. S. Buckland will dispose of a choice lot of cattle at Cambridge on Tuesday next. Mr J. OBrien has opened his new general store, Cambridge, with a. large and varied assortment of drapery, grocer}-, ironmongery, &c. ' ' 1 1 ) , ■ JVJr ' Kennedy Hill will hold his uanal weekly sale of pioduce, &c . on Saturday ne\t. Mr John Knox will offer a choice assortment of fruit, trees, &c,, foo oale on Saturday ne\t. The new pure cash system now being initiated by Ci. and C. will certainly pro\e -a' benefit to the public. It has been a great success_ in Sydney and Melbourne, and when strictly carried _ out the customer who buys at an establishment where the goods are marked low to ensure a rapid sale must be a great gainer. ' G. and C. sell theii drapery millinary, and clothing at such prices for cash as giv,es, the buyer the advantage* of a shareholder of a co-operative society, without the risk of being ■called upon tobearaportionofthelossshould the year's business _ prove unsatisfactory. Garlick and'Cranwcll will aim to retain the confidence which the public have hitherto shown them, and afe determined to give the pure cash system a fair jtrjali; whether they gain or lose ,the first year. : Country buyers on cash order will be' supplied with goods at co-operative prices ; lust the same as though they made a 'personal selection. Furnishing goods, such as carpets, floor' clothi, bedsteads, bedding, and general house furnituro, the largest portion of which is turned out at our own factory, will bo marked at ' 'the lowest remunerative pricoi, and a discount of five per c<*nt. will bo allowed to thoic who payat ,- the time of purchase. G. &C. having realised the entire value of their stock, during their, late cash sale, ih'i present stock is ni-.w And 'cheaply > 8066fi / r.' An inspection is invited.— Garlick amd Cranwell, City Hall Furnishing Arcade Oueenstrect, Auckland