Yesterday, a gentleman from town visited the scene of the reported new discovery of coal on the south side of the river on the reserve applied for by the Greyniouth Coal Company. He found the facts of the dis covery to be as wo stated them yesterday, and brought away a sample which he knocked out of the seam, and which he left at this office. It is a splendid specimen of coal, ap parently much superior to the Brunner. The sample can be seen at this office to-day by all who are curious in these matters. The monthly meeting of the Greymouth Volunteer Fire Brigade took place on Mon day evening. Present : Capt. Eissenhardt | and 23 members. The Secretary reported that he had received the sum of LI 14 from his Worship the Mayor on account of the collection made in aid of the funds, and had paid the said sum into the Bank of New South Wales. The Secretary further re ported that it was anticipated the amount of the subscription altogether would reach L2OO. It was moved by Mr Greenwood, and seconded by Mr Amos— "That the sincere thanks of the Brigade be tendered to Messrs Masters and Gird wood for their indefatigable exertions on behalf of the Brigade, which has resulted in the handsome addition being made to their funds ; also, that the same be recorded in the minutes, and that the Secre tary transmit a copy of the same to each of the gentlemen." As the amount collected will pay off all liabilities of the Brigade and leave a good balance in hand, it was decided that the Officers and Finance Committee be in structed to inspect the whole of the plant, and report at next practice meeting any additions or repairs required. At the Resident Magistrate's Court, yes terday, Richard Noy was charged with being of unsound mind. He was not in a fit state to be brought before the Court, and was sent to the Asylum at Hokitika for treatment. David Hutley was charged with attempting to force his way about midnight, into the house of Mr Holli day in Hospital street. It appeared that the prisoner knocked at the door, and when it was partially opened he attempted to force his way in, but assistance was at hand, and he was ejected with a black eye. 