SHIPPING.

PORT OF AUCKLAND

The fine barque San ton is rapidly filling up for New York, and will, in all probability, sail duiiaf the present week. A vessel of between 60 and 70 tons is re quired by Messrs. Combes and Daldy to pro ceed to the South Sea Islands. The Circular Saw Co.'s s.s. Lord Ashley may be expected here from Tauranga, Napier, and Southern ports to-morrow afternoon. The s.s. Phcsbe took her departure for Taranaki andSoutheru ports yesterday after noon, with the following passengers : —Mr. and Mrs. Sealey, Master Garland, Messrs. J. Lazarus, R. GK Culleden, Berghoff, Chay ton, Paddon, Grint, Ruku, P. Donald, G-ilchrist, Mr. and Mrs. Bichardson. Steerage —Messrs. Montgomery, J. Higgins, Schotten, Morrow, Fraser, and Arthur (2).

BIRTH.

Joseph.—On the 16th instant, at her residence, Chapel-street, Mrs. H. Joseph, of a son.

COMMERCIAL.

Evening Stab Office, Tuesday afternoon.

Messrs. S. Cochrane and Son held a sale of English soft-soap, candles, &c, at their mart to-day, and obtained the following prices : — Soap, 6Jd; paraffin candles, Is Id; alum, 3£d; saltpetre, 4£d ; hops, 5d ; Colman's starch, 4d; damaged candles, lOJd; ale, 5s 6d to 7s 6d ; damaged tea, Is 3d; bacon and hams, lOd ; and sundry other stores at ordinary rates.

POLICE COURT

The following is the rota for at tendance of Magistrates fit the Police Couvl for the week ending Saturday, September 24. "Wednesday, September 21 : Messrs. J. H. Home and H. M.Jems. Thurßflay, September 22: Messrs. S. Kemp thorne an I 1. B Ken ierdiue. Friday, September 23 : Mt jars. T. S. Macf fcnlane. andT. Maclf'arlane. Saturday, September 24 : Messrs. Joseph May, and J. M. Mitford.

THE MAILS

For Ft. Andrews, per Eob Boy, this day, at 4.30 p.m. For Thames, this day, nt 5.30 p.m., and to morrow, at 10 a.m. and 5.30 p.m. For Tanranga and Ojjotiki, per Tanranga, to-> morrow, at 9.30 am. For New 1 ork, per Santon, to-morrow at 11.30 a.m. Mails for the undermentioned places, j>er p, 8 . Hero, will close at this office on Thursday, 22nd instant, as under :—

For India, China, Mauritius, Mediterranean

Ports, and Continent of Europe, at 1 p.m. For the Australian Colonies, at 2 p.m. For the United Kingdom, via Suez and Southampton, for letters specially ao ad dressed, at 2 p m. For the United Kingdom, via Marseilles and

Brindisi, at 2.30 p.m. For money orders, registered letters, and news-

papers, at 11 a.m. Late letters for Sydney and United Kingdom, via Suez, bearing 3d and fid in addition to the postage will be received till 2.30 p.m. For Napier and the Southern Provinces, per s.s. Lord Ashley, on Saturday, 24th instant, at 11 a.m. Late letters and telegrams for transmission from the Napier Station, will be received till 11.30 a.m.

S. B. Biss, Chief Postmaster,

The Evening Star. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1870.

Tbb present state of European affairs, if it do not involre us in the disasters of invasion from the enemies of England, ■hould serre to show in the most forcible manner, our anomalous and dangerous position. As a portion of the British Empire, the Queen's enemies are our enemies; and however disinterested we m ly be as to the success of the French or Prussian armies, or indifferent as to the balance of power in Europe, we are b<>und hand a-.d foot, incapable aiikV o; retaining our neutrality, or making independent effuris for the protec tion of our territories. All the dependencies of En^and aro exposed to the chances of the European conflict; but it is not too much to say that not one Of all is so utterly helpless as New Zea land. Exposed on every side to hostile cruisers, every portion in comparative proximity to the seibo.ml, tMs country is at the msrey of any aq.nicii-.n sai'ing

round the coasts. Victoria, with her single point of attack and defence, and with her wealth and thoroughly efficient volunteer force, and comparative pre paredness for repelling attack, and no native conflagration smouldering, is in a state of great excitement, and in ihe earnest discussion oi every meaii3 of avoiding or repelling hostile attack. It has been'proposed that independent action should be taken, to show the determina tion of the people to observe a strict neutrality in any complication by which England may be involved and to "call upon England and the European and American powers to recognise and respect this position of neutrality." The proposal, however impossible, serves to show the consequences of having so long deferred the question of the formation of friendly relations and alliances with the great powers of the world, as a guarantee of neutrality and safety in time of general war. As a portion of the Empire, such a course could ncver^l be taken. Neither would England permit it, nor would the possible future enemies of England, by treaty or guarantee, ignore this point of weakness in the British Empire, and re lieve England from the responsibilities of the defence of her colonies, or the hu miliation of losing them ia time of war. But when England made overtures towards relieving the colonies of the responsibility of Imperial connection, and herself of ileir exposure in her wars, that was the time to have foreseen and pro vided for this day of danger. It is diffi cult to know what should be done in the chances of impending war. Local de fences may be raised against irregular cruisers, tvho might make descent upon our coasts, and in their action show them selves exempt from the rules of honorable war. But as to New Zealand puiting herself in an attitude of defence against a navy, we may as well repose ;*ur faith on the mythical " last ship, last penny, and last man" of mglanJ. We would mourn over the threat'ned independence of the colonies ; we m«y now well weep over the evils of our dependence. We may yet hope that Knglish statesmen will save us iv spite of ourselves, and, knowing the impossibility of defending the colonies, compel them to accept oi' independence, while sepa ration may avail for their safety.

At the Prince of Wales Theatre last night Miss Rose Evans made her debut before the people of Auckland as heroine in " Lady Audley's Secret," and with great success. The after-piece wa3 " The Spectre Bridegroom." The same programme will be repeated to-night.

We call the attention of the City BoarJ, and certainly not without occasion, to the rough state of the pathway leading from the corner of Princes-street to the Supreme Court. The footpath in question has been lately renovated, and a layer of boulders (we can call it nothing else) has been laid dawn, making it totally impossible for those who have any regard for their shoe leather to walk upon it. Wo feel that we have only to firing this complaint before the enegetic chairman of the Board, as the grievance could be easily remedied, either by a slight coat hue of loam, or the applicati jn of a roller.

The s s. Go-Ahead will leave for the Bay of Islands t'-"; .row afternoon at Z p.m., and not this .ay p.* previously advertise 1.

Fi-oia the Otago Times we learn thntpleuro pneumonia in a malignant form is re-appear ing in the district of Moeraki. On one farm a beast lately died, and upon being opened, showed unmistakable evidence of the disease. There are upon the same properly five more infected animals, and several cases in other parts of the district are also spoken of.

The Dunedin Star of the Ist mentions the following singular case of suicide: —By the escort last night, news reached us that a wag goner, named William Colgan, hanged himself yesterday morning at Morrisson's Hill, near Mount Ida. Hehad left Dunediu on the 18th ult., with a load of goods from Wliittingham Bros., and having reached the hill, he got stuck on the roads. He asked the assistance of a fellew waggoner, which was refused ; and it is supposed that in despair lie hanged- him self to the roof of his waggon.

The many New Zealand friends of Colonri Sir Thomes Gore Browne will be pleased to learn that he has just been appointed to ad. minister the Government of Bermuda. As his Excellency only requires a few months to complete the term of service to entitle him to a retiring pension, it is supposed that this appointment has been conferred upon him for that purpose.— Evening Post.

The English news via California was re ceived in Wellington on the 15th instant, and published in an extra issued by the Evening Poet. The same journal of the 16th says:— "The news is of an exceedingly important character, and it is admirably summarised, every sentence being pregnant with interest and perfectly intelligible. The telegram was compiled in San Francisco for the New Zea land Preis Telegraph Agency, and we must express our satisfaction at its contents and at the rapid manner in which the Nelson agent fawarded it. Asa proof of the benefits of co-operation nnd combination in matters o' ihis kinrl, we may mention that in every in -tince the agency's mail telegram has been the first presented at the Telegraph Office."

The letters of " Institute" and " Real Me chanic" cume too late to hand : they will appear to-morrow. That from " Cirility" is too personal and severe for insertion in our columns.

A meeting of the members of No. 3 Com pany Auckland "Rifle Tola;.U>v\ .« n ill bu held lii.3 (veiling, for the chdiun I'iim pi: h'u.

The City Board held its monthly meeting yesterday afternoon The subjects befoi-e the consideration of th« Commissioners embraced various matters relative to the improvement of the streets ; a petition regarding the widen ing of Upper Queen-street lapsed ; Tariou3 notices of motion were tabled ; a resolution carried respecting the repair of the fire engine ; the lighting of Custom house-street ; and the appointment of Inspector of Build ings. The subjects of the removal of fallen earth in Upper Queen-street, and the water carts, were referred to the streets' committee. The report of the Foreman of Works was re ceived, and various other matters considered.

Calls hare been made in the Ballarat St:.i-, El Dorado, and Pukehinau Gold Mining Companies.—Mr. S. C. Stoveii has ceased to ■be manager of the New Zealand Quartz Crushing and Gold Mining Company.—A dividend of £1 10s. per share will be payable in the Long Drive Gold Mining Company at noon to-morrow.

Meetings of creditors are advertised to be held in the estates of Christopher David Berry and David Clarkson.—Alexander Watson and James Skene give notice of their intention to apply to pass their last examination. —James Clarke has filed a deed for the benefit of his creditors. — Mr. Mowbray's appointment as trustee in James Skene's estate has been con firmed.

THE ORATORIO.

The Oratorio "Elijah" was produced last night, according to announcement, at the Music Hall, in Symonds street. There was a large and fashionable audience, who expressed satisfaction throughout by warm and prolonged applause. The presence of Lady Bowen and the officers of the ' Resaca' lent additional in terest to the proceedings. The solos falling mainly to the lot of the members of the Caran dini family, were beautifully rendered, and the choruses creditably performed. The skill and care bestowed by Mr. Joseph Brown in pre paration and conducting, of course, contributed largely to the success of th« Oratorio.

SEROUS ACCIDENT AT THE THAMES.

Yesterday morning a very serious accident took place at the Wandering Star claim, which might have ended the lives of two men, who by their own carelessness had placed them selves in such danger, but fortunately it hns turned out otherwise. It appears that John Collins, the manager of the claim, was pouring out some powder for a blast into an open utensil of some description, and was too near the forge, when a spark therefrom alighted on it, and caused an explosion, severely burn ing Collins about the arms, and also tho smith, Richard Mann. Eoth of the men were at once conveyed to their homes, and medical gentle men were speedily in attendance.

ESCAPE OF A PRISONER FROM SHORTLAND GAOL.

About two o'clock on Sunday afternoon (says the Advertiser), it was discovered that the prisoner George Wilson, who, on the previous day, had been convicted of being unlawfully on the premises of the Thames Hotel, had made his escape out of gaol. The escape was effected in the most open manner. Mr. Foster had merely turned his back for a few minutes, in order to go into his house, where one of the prisoners had just taken soroe fuel for the fire, and, on returning, found a form reared against the wall, and the prisoner gone. He could not have been gone more than a minute or two before his escape was discovered. It is quite possible, when the natives learn that he is an escaped prisoner, they may be induced, for some substantial considerations, to capture him.

THE AUCKLAND RIFLE RANGE

A deputation, consisting of Captains Der rom, Jjatger, and Eees, waited on his Honor the Superintendent yesterday, re specting the rifle range at Mount Eden.— Captain Derrom said that it was the feeling of the force that the Provincial Government should do something to help in levelling the ground for the purposes of firing.—His Honor said the Provincial Government had no funds to appropriate for such a purpose, and that, when the range was granted, it was supposed that the Volunteers would do what was neces sary in the way of its preparation.—Captain Derrom said that he believed the force would would be willing to subscribe to having the necessary work done; but when the range was formed, it would be used by every one—only the Cavalry Volunteers would assist with sub scriptions, and the Narals and country corps would all come in and use the Auckland range free.—His Hoiior Paid that the whole of the Colonial Forces were under the control of the General Government, and the Provincial Go vernment had nothing to do with them. Any money that the Council had voted, had been merely with a view to encourage the move ment. The large votes of iha Gene ral Government this year were merely charges against the Provinces, and it could not therefore be expected that the Council would be inclined to pay in two ways for the same thing. He should have pleasure in placing a sum for the purpose required on the estimates, but would not hold out any encouragement that it would be voted. That the Jforce had a call on the public puree for assistance could not be doubted, and that the Assembly felt this was evidenced by the large increase of the Capitation grant. — In the course of conversation His Honor went on to say that he had urged in the House the abolition of the Militia, which he looked upon as an expensive and useless piece of nonsense, He felt that it was to the Volunteer Force tha tthe Colony must trust, and not to Militia, but there were too many Militia officers, &c, in the House to allow of the destruction of what was to them a living.— Captain Derrom said that the Auckland coi-ps had increased one hundred during the past three months, which was all owing to the encourage ments lately afforded by the Government. —His Honor aaid lie had before urged on the Defence Minister the neevssity of encouraging the Vo>ameers, and he would again speak to hiui on the subject; indeed, the securing of the Mount Edcu Range hud proved his wish to do all in his power for the Force. Even- I tuaily His Honor recommended that the Vo lunteers should themselves put their shoulders to the wheel, and turn out and do a sma.l ' piece of cutting which the deputation stated I would optn out a 600 yards range, and that when the Defence Minister arrived, they could with a much better grac3 claim assistance in ' the completion of tho work. -The deputation ' expressed their belief tha' such n eouv-ii vvouM !<e (he bt'sl under Iho i-iiviiii.slituro , a :d after lli:i!ii\iiig His Hull ;' wit ;ilivw.

POLICE COURT.— Tuesday. [Befiro T. Henderson, Esq., J P.] DBTTNKENNESS. J. Bryan, H. Wilson, and A. Turner, were each fined ss, or to be imprisoned 24 hours. C. Brown, for being drunk and disorderly, was fined 20s and costs, or to be imprisoned 48 hours. YAGBANCY. J. Chappell, pleading guilty to having no lawful visible means of support, was sentenced to two months' imprisonment. CITY BATES. J. P. Hamlin being charged with non-pay ment of City rates due, and no one appearing to prosecute, the case was dismissed. The Court then rose.

ARRIVAL OF THE P.S. 'LUNA.'

RETURN OF THE COLONIAL

TREASURES.

LATEST SOUTHERN TELEGRAMS.

THE STEAMER • LORD ASHLEY

MRS, AND MRS. DARKELL AT

WELLINGTON. The Government p.s. Luna, Capt. Fairchild, arrired in the Manukau la9t night frotn Wel lington, after a rapid passage, bringing as passengers—The Hon. J. Vogel, Mujor and Mrs. Heaphy, the Hon. Vivian, Mr. E. Fox, Mr. W. Mitchell, and Mr. H. H. Manning. We have received Wellington papers to the 17th instant, from which we make the follow ing extracts: — The s.s. Lord Ashley left Wellington on the 16th instant. She would leave Napier on Ilio following evening, arriving at Tauranga yester day. She may be expected here to-morrow. The s.s. Airedale, with the Californian mail, arrived at Wellington on the 16th, and pro ceeded South the same day, arriving at Lyttel ton on Saturday last. The s.s. Wan»anui left Wellington for Wanganui, on Friday last. The Storm bird arrived at Wellington on the 15th, from Nelson. Mks. Hobeet Heir. —We are glad to observe, says the Independent, that Sir. and Mrs. Darrell have made arrangements with the company who are at present using the Odd Fellows' Hall to play with them. The en gagement is for six nights only. They will make their first apperance on Monday next in the great original drama, ".Black Sheep," which had such extraordinary runs in England and Australia.

On Satin-day last Wellington was declared a borough, under the Municipal Corporations Act, 1867. Fatal Accident. — George Young was thrown from his horse on the Ferry Eoad, Canterbury, on Monday last, inflicting a severe injury on his head, which caused his death on the following morning. A Suicide in Otago.—A Duuedin paper says a wuggoner named Wrn. Colgan, hanged himself on the 21st ult. to the roof of his waggon. He had a load of goods on and got stuck on the road.

The s.s. Taranaki arrived at the Bluff on the 15 th inst.

AUSTRALIAN TELEGRAMS.

GENERAL CHUTE LEAVES FOR

ENGLAND

LATEST MARKET .REPORTS.

THE SUEZ MAIL.

[Compiled fob the New Zealaxd Peess Telegeaph Association.]

MELBOURNE, Sept. 10.

Breadstuff's are firmer ; flour, £12 to £15 ; maize is harder at 3s lOd; wheat is scarce; o.its dull at 3s 2d. Speculations are going on in brandies. Candles are firm at lOjd.

The Triton, a Norwegian brig, has arrived and been placed in quarantine.

The Government has decided to enrol twenty artillerymen at five shillings per day, and also to put the ordnance in thorough re pair. They will lodge the volunteers in the barracks, find call out the militia and naval brigade, which is converted into a royal naval reserve.

Edward Marwood Elton, a waiter, and for merly employed. at Gartou's Hotel, has mur dered his illegitimate son, only two years of age. He has been found guilty and committed for trial.

The committee of the National Gallery have dcci led on commissioning Mr. Grully to paint a fifty pound picture of New Zealand scenery. Ballarat lias been proclaimed a city. Parliament will meet in October. Ra.vlings, J. P., refuses to give a statement of the Royal Society's funds.

The Government intend prosecuting Dr. C;' Bey for unlawfully administering an over-dose of opium, thereby causing a Chinaman's death.

A Dutch East India vessel has been placed in quarantine.

General Chulagoes home in six weeks, via San Francisco.

Arguments in re Supple were heard on Thursday, but decision was rese ved.

SYDNEY,

The races were well attended." The Craven P.ate was won by Tim Whifller. Great Metropolitan—Croydon, first ; Tim Whifller, second.

Sf en inrty, Unicr Spore'nry for Lards, has bep'n.i' Miit-9i!.J, ui'i *i-iu" ivrt sulai'ii v in his

uciioiiiits huJ bf: n ili etfvcrVa

Ten thousand tons of cnftl are stored at New Caledonia. ADELAIDE. Chas. Matthews has armed. The Government hare decided that v. less the P. & O. steamers will touch at some South Australian port that colony will withdraw from thecontract on the first opportunity. £10,000 has been voted for defences. The protection tariff proposed by the Treasurer is generally condemned.

SPECIAL TELEGRAM

THIS DAY.

ACCIDENT AT THE MOANATAIUI

TRAMWAY

MINING BOARD.—RESIGNATION

OF THE CHAIRMAN.

.HIBERNIAN SOCIETY'S FES-

TIVAL,

Grahajistown, 3 p.m

[PEOM OtTE OWN CORBESPONDNT.]

A Man named McCaul fell off the Mo anatairi tramway tins morning. The poor fellow's hip is out of joint, and he has received other injuries. He was at once conveyed to the hospital.

Tlie Chairman of the Mining Board resigned his seat this morning. He re fuses to allow himself to be nominated for the Provincial Council.

Mr. John Williamson made a very in teresting speech at the Hibernian So ciety's festival last evening, which was a complete success.

No mining neves of importance

MECHANICS' INSTITUTE ENTER TAINMENT.

We desire in a very special manner to araw public attention to the entertainment on be half of the funds of tho Mechanics' Institute, to be -given to-night in the Hall of that tablishment. We under tand that the most unflagging perseverance has been shown by the " Ethiopean Troupe" in practising for the occasion, and that a very pleasant treat may be anticipated from our dusky brethren. The opening melange of lifci* vature and music, from the names of those taking part in it, promises to agreeably diversify tho evening's entertainment. Alto gether those attending will enjoy a very pleasant evening, and aid a very deserving purpose.

CORRESPONDENCE.

We are not responsible for our Correspondents opinions.

To the Editor of the Evening Stab.

Siis, —Will you kindly inform me through the medium of your valuable columns of tli« value of American coin in this part of the world. I had occasion to get some changed into current money this morning. On going to the Bank of New Zealand I was politely informed by the cashier that tlie Bank only gave for 20-dollar pieces £3 18s. to tradesmen, while to sailors of the American man-of-war they gave £4. I ihen went to the Union Bank of Australasia, and they gave me £4 each for them.

Surely gold is worth as much to one Bank as another, or worth as much in one ninn'g hands as another'?. I know also of two of my neighbours who received at the Union Bank full value. Surely times are not so flourishing now that a man can afford to lose 5 per cent, on his gold.—l am, &c. 3T. H. Lewisson.

THE EVENING STAR, SEPTEMBER 20,1870.



TO THE HEADS OP AUCKLAND. ONE of the most complete Establish ments in New Zealand, where you can hare your HAIR CUT, CURLED, DRESSED, or SHAMPOOED In all the Newest Fashions of the day. Hair Cut, and Brushed by Machinery, 6d. SHAVING ... 6d SHAMPOOING ... ... is. FRANCIS J. SHORTT, In calling the attention of Gentlemen to the above, would state that he has purchased the Premises lately occupied by Professor G. H. EYAN3, opposite Dabby's Thistle Hotel and the Market Place, and having fitted it up at great cost, can affirm that his Establishment is one of the most finished and comfortable in If ew Zealand. Gentlemen may rely on extreme cleanliness combined with civility and attention. tSF Note the Address— FRANCIS J. SHORTT, HAIRDRESSER AND PERFUMER, Opposite the Market Place, 176, QXXXBX- BTfiBBT, AUCKLAND.



MECHANICS' INSTITUTE EN TERTAINMENT. The next MONTHLY ENTERTAINMENT will be given in tho Hall of the Institute, THIS (TUESDAY) EVENING, consisting of Recitations and Songs, by professionals and amateurs, and of the performances of the Auckland Ethiopian Troupe. PROGRAMME. PART I. Overture .. .. .. .. Lady Professional Song .. .. .. .. Gentleman Amateur Recitation Gentleman Amateur Solo (Cornet a Piston).. .. Gentleman Amateur Duet .. .. .. .. Amateurs Recitation .. .. .. Gentleman Amateurs Violin Solo .. .. .. Gentleman Amateur Intermission of 10 minutes. PART 11. AUCKLAND ETHIOPIAN TROUPE. Overture Company Opening Chorus, "Soft Corn" .. .. Company Song, " Farewell Kitty, Dear" .. .. ■ Song, " Jullietta Bell" Tambourine Song, " Dearest May" Triangle Song, " I saw Her at d' Winder" .. Bones Song, " Beautiful Isle of the Sea" .. Banjo Song, " Choppy de Chop" .. .. Tambourine Song, " Anne of the Vale" .. .. Concertina Song, " Angelina Baker".. .. .. Bones Song, " Kiss me, Mother, ere I dia" .. Violin Blacksmith's chorus, from "II Trovatore" .. Company Tickets 2s. and Is., to be had from all the Book sellers, or the Members of Committee. Doors open at 7.30, to commence at 8 p.m. p I T V HALL. THE CARANDINI CONCERTS. TWO GRAND EXTRA NIGHTS. WEDNESDAY, AND FRIDAY NEXT. TO-MORROW being for the BENEFIT of MR. J. .SMALL. On FRIDAY a grand sacred and secular Concert. The first part comprising selections from the sublime Ora torios : "The Messiah," "Creation," Mendelssohn's "Hymn of Praise," the "Stabat Mater," &c, &c. MILLION PRICES, Back Seats, Is. ; Front Seats, 2s. L'vlias anrl Gentlemen who will kindly assist in several Oliw.s.-s wi" oblige by-uenrlkyj!theirnaradt. to 31.\ ,S.ji.-i:»i.v J ".li-.iir and H&vy Hotel." ■ |



WANTED. -A First-class BARMAID None other need apply to the Office nf thisPuper. l — - —■—: i. WANTED — GIRLS, adepts withgtb* noodle.—Mr Smith, Chapel Bona™> Wyndham-street. ™ > WANTED— A Smart, Active LAD.—^T ply at ouce, to Mr. M. Messenoisb Market Place. **• NEW CITY HALL. &EAND EXTRA. NIGHT. U 1 EDNESDAY BEPTEMBER 21, 1870 BENEFIT OP MB. J . SMA LL. Admission—ONE SHILLING-; Eeserved Sets, 2s. LONG DRIVE GOLD MINING COMPANY (REGISTERED). • The TRANSFER BOOKS will be CLOSED THIS DAY (Tuesday), September 20th* at 12 o'clock noon and remain closed until 12 o'clock TO-MORROAV (Wednesday), September 21st, when a DIVIDEND of One Pound Ten Shillings per Share will be payable at the Office of the Company, Shortland-street. CHARLES TOTHILL, Manager. Auckland, September 20, 1870. EYE GRASS ! RYE GRASS ! Ex 'Hero,' from Sydney. JUST received—a few sacks of good Peren nial RYE GRASS. R. BAIRD, Victoria-street Store, next the Union Bank. NOW LANDING, EX 'SYDENHAM.' FOR SALE BY THE UNDERSIGNED 150 half-chests superior Congou lea 300 boxes Hales' Sperm Candles 50 barrels Crushed Loaf Sugar 25 qr. casks Martell's Pale Brandy 5 qr.-casks Martell's Dark Brandy 2GO cases Hennessy's Pale Brandy COMBES & DALDY. August 16, 1870. TO ABEIVE, PER 'ABOUKIR,' FROM LONDON. FOR SALE BY THE UNDERSIGNED, 1200 red cases Geneva, JDKZ and anchor, 4 o.p. 600 green cases Geneva, JDKZ and an chor, 4 o.p. 300 cases Burnett's Old Tom. COMBES & DALDY. ■ ■■■■ O TJ tf T) O SEEDS! SEEDS! 11. BAIRD, VICTOKIA-STREET SEED STOBES Next Union Bank. VTEW STOCK! NEW SEEDS! All Seeds tested before sending out. SEEDS GENUINE SEEDS , Peas Brocoli Beans Turnip Cabbage Carrot Cauliflower Parsnip SEEDS CHOICE SEEDS Onion Parsley Leek Celery Lettuce Spinach Radish Beet BEDS GARDEN SEEDS Mustard Tomato Cress Veg Marrow Asparagus Pumpkin Rhubarb Melon SEEDS FARM SEEDS Mangold Peas Tares Beans Turnips &c, &o. SEEDS FLOWER SEEDS Annuals Biennials Perennials &c, &c. SEEDS BIRD SEEDS Canary Hemp Rape Linseed Guinea Collection of the above Packed in a Case, suitable for dispatch to the Fiji Islands, Country, or neighbouring Provinces. E. BAIED, VICTORIA-STREET SEED STORES, Next the Union Bank. Q. WILLIAMSON, Wholesale & Retail TOBACCONIST, 120, QUEEN-STREET, AUCKLAND, HAS ON SALE THE UNDERMEN TIONED GOODS : -10 boxes Mayflower, 10s, Cavendish 10 boxes Lord Nelson, 10s 7 boxes McAvoy's, 10s 3 boxes St. Leonard's, 10s 5 boxes Venus, 10s 8 I oxes St. Elmo, i-lb 10 boxes Cloth of Gold, light-pressed 6 boxes Congress, light-pressed 8 boxes Sublett's Aromaiic, pounds 15 boxes Suuuy South, 6in. gold bar 5 boxes Kaplan's Pocket-pieces •is boxes Pankcako Pocket-pieces Navy Aromatic, 4s 6 boxes Navy Aromatic, Gs \ . 8 boxes Nuvy Aromatic, &lb J | Cable Twbt . IV Negrohead and Genuine Barrett's TwislD CUT TOBACCOS. Cigarette, Aromatic; Brunswick Mixture,and Barrett's CIGARS. A large assortment, from 10s 6d per box Manilla Ciguis and Cheroots, very choice Ormond Swiss Havrtnnnhsiu great variety <tnd in first-