BENEFIT SOCIETY.

On Wednesday, the 29th ult., the members of the benefit society, to the number of 89, held their annual meeting at the Three Cups Inn, Westport, Malmesbury. Before dinner they paraded the principal streets, headed by the Rifle Corps band and the secretary and trustees, the band playing appropriate pieces. On their return they partook of an excellent dinner, provided by Mr. and Mrs. Hayes, in a booth erected for the occasion, the chair being taken by Edward Harris, Esq., and the vice-chair was occupied by Mr. G. Salter. After dinner they proceeded to the residence of T. Luce, Esq., and from thence returned to the Three Cups Inn, where a most pleasant evening was spent. The band performed in a very creditable manner during the day.