NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume VIII, Issue 988, 25 August 1877, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Lecture at St. Paul's. —The third lecture of the series will be delivered at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church by the Rev. Gfeorge Barclay, of Timaru, on Monday evening next. Subject—" Our Present Westminster Biblical Revisionists." The Paris EXHIBITION. —In the Legislative Council yesterday, Sir Francis Dillon Bell gave notice that ho intended to move for the appointment of a Royal Commission to sec to the representation of this colony at the Paris Exhibition. Legal.—His Honor sat in the Court Chambers yesterday at 11 a.m. The only case disposed of was an application in re Hugh Wright, a lunatic patient. In this, on the motion of Mr Wynn Williams, His Honor made an order for the payment out of court of £9OO in satisfaction of a mortgage on the estate.

Volunteer Inspection. The usual monthly inspection of the head quarter's companies was made last evening at the drill si led by Major Lean. There was a full muster. At the close of the inspection the men were put through company and battalion drill, the various movements showing a marked improvement on previous parades. The Rink. —There was a fair attendance at the Rink last night, when the skaters now on a visit here gave another performance. Several row acts were introduced by the gentleman, which were loudly applauded. Tonight they appear for the last time, and a special programme, introducing several feats in skating, will be given. Fire at Springston.—On the morning of the 24th a lire occurred at the residence of Mr A. P. O'Callaghan, Springston, resulting in the total destruction of the building. It originated in the partition wall between the kitchen and an outhouse, and in a short time the entire building was in ilarnes. Some of the furniture was fortunately saved, but, notwithstanding the insurance on the building and furniture, Mr O'Callaghan will be a considerable loser by the fire. The building was insured for £6OO and the furniture for £2OO in the New Zealand Office. Entertainment—St. Andrew's. The usual weekly entertainment in connection with St. Andrew's was held last evening at the schoolroom. There was a large attendance, and the chair was occupied by the Rev. D. Bruce, of Auckland. The programme consisted of a lecture by the Rev. C. Fraser, duet by the Misses Thornton and Edgar, songs by Messrs Johnson, Crawford, Carrick, H. Johnson, McNicoll, and McDiarmid ; readings by Messrs Craig and P. Rentoul, and a recitation by Mr D. Dick, each item being given in a manner which met with the approval of the audience. Mr T. Scarrel presided at the piano. At the conclusion of the programme the Rev. Mr Fraser intimated that at their next meeting a. lecture on Astronomy would be delivered by the Rev. W. J. Habens.

The Affectation op Legislation.—■ Some circumstances of recent occurrence in the Invercargill Town Council are thus commented on in the" Southland News " :—" It is, very evident that his Worship the Mayor and at least one councillor looks forward to finding an arena for their talents and eloquence in 'another place.' His Worship's formula in putting a resolution is ' the question before the House is, &o. ; ' and the councillor referred to on Thursday night addressed the Mayor more than once as ' Mr Speaker.' " Mixed History.—Many amusing illustrations have been given of mistakes made by students in their efforts to reduce their mixed memories of history to the requirements of examination papers, but scarcely anything better, or worse, than the following story quoted by "Alias" in the " World " could he conceived : —" That native students arc not only acquiring a mastery of correct expression, but of accurate English historical knowledge, is shown by the following extract from an c?sl vy on Cromwell, by a Baboo, which appears in the Allahabad " Pioneer "—' Oliver Cromwell was a very stern man. He destroyed Charles I. by repeated behcadals. After this he was never seen to smile, but was frequently heard pensively to murmur, "If I had only served my God as I have served _ my king, jje would not have deserted uie in my old age.'"

Doa Snow. —ln connection with the Northern Agricultural Association's exhibition at Rangiora on November sth, it is intended to hold a show for dogs of all breeds. Tli is will be in a marquee on the ground. Mr James Hurse, Kaiapoi, from whom the proposal has emanated, has undertaken the management of this novelty in shows, and as ho is anxious to make the affair a success, no doubt persons who can render him any assistance will accept this intimation and do so.

South Town Belt.—The work of forming the city side of the South town belt is being proceeded with rapidly, and it is intended, if the funds will permit, to extend the improvements as far as the Lincoln road. Now that the men are on the spot, and have become used to the work, it will be matter for regret if the!leat.hcote and Spreydon Road Boards and the Railway Department do not combine and take advantage of the present opportunity to have the other side of the belt formed, not only with the object of the road presenting a uniform appearance throughout, but also to dispose of a long required and very necessary work. Entertainment.—The Christchurch Minstrels gave a at Knightstown on Thursday evening to a capital and appreciative audience, and are to be congratulated on their success. The songs of "Strolling on the Sands" and " Tassels on the Boots," by J. Fowk, were excellently given, and received an encore. "Maori Pa," by R. Shott, was also well rendered, and the clog dance by the same person was very well done. H. Webb and J. Hill, as corner men, were really good, and it is seldom such a good bones can be seen in an amateur company. The farce of " The two Skirmishers," by J. Hill aud H. Webb, brought the performance to a close, and sent the audience home after thoroughly enjoying thems Ives. Christchitrch Diocesan Choral Association. —A special festival of the above Association took place last evening (being St Bartholomew's Day) at St John's Church, Latimer square. The Primate was present as preacher, the Rev C. J. Merton as precentor. There were also the Very Rev the Dean, Revs J. W. Stack, E. a. Penny, H. C. M. Watson, a. P. Mutu, and H. a. Gould. The choir numbered about fifty, containing members from St Michael's, St Mary's, Merivale, St Luke's and St John's, and the College Chapel. Mr Barnett officiated as choirmaster and Mr R. Parker as organist. The sermon dwelt upon the uses of the church services, as specially directed towards the glorification of Cod in acts of praise, and the Bishop warmly exhorted congregations to assist intelligently, cither by voice or ear. The service list included Dr Bunnett's evening service in F (Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis) Mendelssohn's " How lovely are the messengers that preach us the gospel of peace'' (from " St. Paul.") Tallis's Festival Responses and the " Ely " use for the G-eneral Confession. Amongst the hymns must be noticed a fine solid chorale of J. S. Bach. A general meetof all members will shortly be held to reorganiseitheAjssoeiation. _______