THE EVENING STAft, MAY 17,1870.



-pRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. BENEFIT OF ' MRS. W. H. NEWTON. THIS (Tuesday) EVENING, MAY 17. The beautiful Comedy of A SILVER LINING! As now being performed by Mr. Chableß Matthews, in Australia. Concluding with the CAPTAIN'S NOT AMISS, In which Mrs. W. H. Newton will sing ft popular SEINSATIONAL COMIQUE, a la BARRY O'NEIL. NEW CITY HALL, QUEEN-STEEET. IMMENSE SUCCESS AND THIRD NIGHT. THIS (TUESDAY) EVENING, May 17, AND DURING THE WEEK, The most sublime and startling production of the age —the Grand Moving Tableaux of THE APOCALYPSE, the largest and finest Diorama ever exhibited in New Zealand, painted on 20,000 feet of can vas, pourtraying with immense power the Visions of St. John, as by him described in the Book of Revelations, commencing with the Vision of the Seven Golden Candlesticks, and ending with the Vision of THE NEW JERUSALEM, the most magnificent scene ever exhibited in the world. A Free Distribution of Elegant and Costly Gifts will be made amongst the patrons of the entertainment at the close of the Exhibition, amongst which This Evening will be a mag nificent GOLD WATCH, valued at £7, together with about 40 other presents. MILLION PRICES: Reserved seats, 3s; second do., 2s ; back, Is. Seats can be secured at the Hall. Doors open at half-past 7 ; to commence at 8 o'clock. Carriages may be ordered at half-past 10. R. G. Bacheldeb ... ... Proprietor A. J. Logan ... ... ... Treasurer W. G. Cabev Lecturer R. 0. Jeffeby ... Musical Director. H. EASTWOOD, Manager. THEATRE "ROYAL, AUCKLAND, TO BE LET FOR A TERM. "This Thertro, having undergone very estensive internal and external alterations, is now one of the most elegant and comfortable places of amusement in the Colony."—Vide Press. THE Stage has been temporarily widened, and the ventilation and provision for lighting are of the moat ample description. The exterior has been entirely renovated, and the interior elaborately decorated. The building will accommodate between 600 and 700 persons. The Proprietor is open to treat with any first-class Dramatic or other Company, per sonally or by letter. J. W. KNIGHT. Queen-street, Proprietor. „ Auckland, May 16,1870. ALBERT-STREET CONGREGATIONAL CHAPEL. A LECTURE will be delivered at the above Chapel by the Rev. J. R. Jen kins, on THURSDAY EVENING NEXT, May 19, 1870. Subject:—" The Eagles and the Cross, or the C-esavs versus Christ." The chair will be i taken at 7.30 by the Rev; Waklow Davies, '. M.A. 1 Admission—One Shilling. 1 LIVERPOOL AND LONDON AND GLOBE I INSURANCE COMPANY. < i NOTICE TO HOLDERS OF LIFE POLICIES. i PERSON'S whose livea are assured with this Cimpany are at liberty to go between the Port of Auckland, N. Z., and San Fran eiic-o in Ordinary passenger ships, free ot * chavge _ or \" Sea Risk." A JOHN BUCHANAN, , y Agent. Shortlad-street, May 16, 1870. ALL NATIONS GOLD MINING COM- . PANY (REGISTERED.) THE TRANSFER BOOKS will be closed from Twelve o'clock noon TO-MOR HOW Wednesday), until Twe've o'clock noon on g ittUR-DAY, May 19th, when a dividend of p Shillings per share will be payable at the company's office, Shortland-street, A ' CHARLES TOTHILL, oi . ■ -—_ Legal Manager. o; A«cUand, May 17tb - -^



Government House, Auckland, 16th May, 1870. TTIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR will hold the ANNUAL LEVEE in honor of Her Majesty's Birthday, on TUESDAY, the 24th instant, at 2 p.m., in the Supreme Court House. Gentlemen attending the Levee will wear official dress, uniform, or evening costume; and will bring two cards with their names printed or written thereon; one to be left at the main entrance, and the other to be given to the Aide-de-Camp in waiting. The Entree Circle and Members of both Houses of the New Zealand Parliament will assemble in the Judge's Chambers, and the general public in the Principal Entrance Hall. i By His Excellency's command. HENRY D. PITT, Capt. R. A., A. D. C. IMPORTANT! 252, QUEEN-STREET. * FRENCH & CO, /"^AN, with confidence, reccommend their 25.,--2s. 6d.,—35.,—35. 6d. Teas for Family Use. The 2s 6d, 3s, and 3s 6d are a fine combina tion of many rare Black Teas, selected with great care to suit their Family Trade; and being more economical in the using than Teas offered at lower prices, render them especially worthy the notice of large consumers. Twopence per lb. discount allowed on 6 lbs. and upwards of the 2s 6d Tea, and threepence per lb. on 6 lbs. and upwards of the 3s and 3s 6d Teas. GENERAL GROCERIES. S. D. Sugar, No. 1 ... ... 0 5£ per lb. Sugar, light brown... ... 0 6 „ Sperms, FW ... ... 1 0 „ Moulds, Auckland 0 5 i „ Soap, from 0 8 per bar All articles in the trade at the lowest pricp. PROVISIONS. F. & Co. invite special attention to their Prime POTTED BUTTER of superior quality, which will be sold at prices to give satisfaction to purchasers. FRESH BUTTER, EGGS, CHEESE, &c. ; FLOUR, MAIZE, BRAN, &c. Quality of all articles guaranteed. Licensed to sell Kerosone. Orders promptly executed. Goods delivered $_y Remember the Address— FRENCH & Co., FAMILY GROCERS THE PEOPLE'S TEA. WAREHOUSE, 252, QUEEN STREET (Corner of Wakefield-street), AUCKLAND. Established 1860. WINTER FASHIONS. THE MISSES MILNE BEG to announce that they have OPENED their WINTER STOCK of MILLIN ERY, consisting of Millinery and Straw Bonnets, Trimmed and Untrimmed Hats, in felt, velvet, and straw, of the Latest Styles, Ladies' Dress Caps and Head-dresses, a choice lot of Flowers, Feathers, Ornaments, for the hair, &c. ; Ladies' and Children's Jackets, in velvet, velveteen, sealskin cloth, and waterproof tweed, all sizes; Furs, in grebe, sable, and ermine, and'a general assortment of Drapery and Hosiery. 37, Wyndham-street, April 29. ANCHOR HOTEL LIVERY AND BAIT STABLES, Q U E E N'-S T R E E T. i A.ER A S E R BEGS to inform his Friends and the-Public • generally, that in connection with the bove, he has for Hire, « OPEN AND CLOSED CARRIAGES, SINGLE & DOUBLE-SEATED BUGGIES, ■ SADDLE HOUSES, &C, Lnd hopes by strict attention to business, with ivility and moderate charges, to merit a share .f Public Patronage. April 28 1870



THIS WEEK. HA-Y Sc HONEYMAN'B IMMENSE STOCK OF FANCY DRESSES, FANCY SILKS PLAIN SILKS WINCEYS, &c, &c, &c, WI.LL BE OFFERED MUCH UNDER COST! SPECIALITIES IN DRESSES .AJSTD SILKS. WOOL REPPS, SILK REPPS, FIGURED SILK REPPS, FIGURED WOOL REPPS, SHOT REPPS, MAGKDALA CRAPES, OSBORNE CHENE3, ALEXANDRA FIGURES, CAMLETS, all shades, ORIENTAL TWILL, IMPERIAL CLOTHS, EMPRESS CORDS, All New Goods, Quality and Style First-class, now offered to get Rid of them at COST PRICE and UNDER, SILKS : PLAIN AND FANCY SILKS. 10- 25 PER CENT. UNDER COST PRICE. HAT & HONEYMAN. 4th May. JCOSGRATE & CO., having purchased the whole of D. Gbaham k Co.'s Winter Shipments (which are now to hand and delivered) upon the same favor able terms as they secured the open A Sale will commence THIS DAY (Saturday), the 14th May, when the whole of those well selected, new, and fashionable Goods will be sold at the same ruinous prices as characterised the sale of the original stock.



STEAM TO TAURANGA. -ii rpHE swift and commodious JBHflHifii . TAURANGA' will (weather permitting) leave Queen-street Wharf for the above every WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON, at 4 o'clock, returning from Tauranga for Auckland every THURSDAY EVENING, at 5 o'clock. W. J. HURST & CO., Agents, Queen-street. THOMAS WRIGLEY, Agent, Tauranga. i



BARQUE 'ISMAY,' FROM LONDON. AZZryk-* rnHIS vessel, having reported /sjfe|]y^\ JL at the Custom House, jflXjpjj*\v. Consignees are requested to pass jjjMjjyr^ ""'rin. pay freight, and take delivery of cargo. All bills of lading consigned to order to be presented at the office of the undersigned. OWEN & GBAHAM, Agents. BARQUE 'ISMAY,' FROM LONDON. '^V&lv A SIGHT ENTRY will be #|J\A PASSED for all Goods A"ffiiiilwT^ not previously entered at ten V*»*s***t o ' c ] oe \ 011 THURSDAY next. OWEN & GRAHAM, Agents.



SELLING OPE! H. FUGATE, " RED BOOT," No. 70, QUEENSTREET (Opposite Bank of New Zealand). NO SHAM! NO SHAM! i A GENUINE CLEARING OUT SALE. H. FUGATE, TTAVING determined upon relinquishing bufiness, has now the whole of his Immense Stock of Ladies' and Gentlemen's BOOTS & SHOES AT 20 PER CENT. BELOW ENGLISH PRICES. TheTwms are CASH. This is no Puffed Sal* to get rid of a che«,p lot of old goods or a Bankrupt's stock. H. FUGATE warrants all articles sold by him as the latest importations from England, or newly made iv the Colonies. They must be •old, for H. F. is resolved to clear out at any sacrifice. All Goods marked at the Lowest Price. THE SALE WILL CONTINUE FOR ONE MONTH. H. FUGATE, "RED BOOT," 70, QUEEN STREET (Opposite Bank of New Zealand).



Auction Sales. TO-MORROW, AT HALF-PAST 11 O'CLOCK. 00 KEGS PRIME BUTTER &fy 50 bags SYDNEY MAIZE 20 half-chests FINE TEA GEORGE SIBBIN, Auctioneer. WEDNESDAY, MAY 18. . FURNITURE, GLASSWARE, PIANOFORTE, SIDEBOARD, VASES, GUN, SWORD, &c., &c, &c. The subscribers will sell, at their Mart, Fort street, on Wednesday, 18th instant, at 11 o'clock, HOUSEHOLD FURNITURT, viz., ROSEWOOD PIANOFORTE, Mahogany Sideboard, Bookcase, Cheffonier, Couches (hair-seated), Tables, Chess Table, Iron - Bedsteads, Curtains, Mattresses, Palliasses, Washstands, Chests Drawers, Looking Glasses, Kitchen Range, Stoves, Grate, Children's Cots, Vases, Cockatoo Standi, Sct.,&ot A small assortment of GLASSWARE, com. prising Decanters, Tumblers, Wines, Liqueurs, Lustres, Spirit Bottles, &c, &c, Double-barrel Breech-loading GUN, Sword, &c, &c, &0, SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. THURSDAY, MAY 19. SOUTH SEA ISLAND CURIOSITIES, The subscribers have received instructions to sell, at the Mart, Fort-street, on Thursday, 19th instant, at 11 o'clock, AVERY CHOICE SELECTION OF SOUTH SEA ISLAND CURIOSITIES, comprising—Bows and Arrows, Clubs, Spears, Paddles, Native Flute, Bird, Shields, Waist Ornaments, Grass Mats, Baskets, Native Cloth, Combs and Headdress, Fishing Lines, Crocodile's Teeth, Dress Suit, Armlets, Neck laces, Native Money, &c, &c, &c. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. WEDNESDAY, MAY 18. 30 TRUNKS BOOTS. B. TONKS Has been instructed to sell, on Wednesday, May 18th, at 11 o'clock, OA TRUNKS LADIES', GENTLEMAN'S AND CHILDREN'S BOOTS, TO CLOSE CONSIGNMEHTS. THURSDAY, MAf 19. IMPORTANT S ALT 7: OF FIFTY CASES AND BALES OF WINTER DRAPERY, BLANKETS, FLANNELS, SHIRTS, &c, &c, &c. B. TONKS Has received instructions to sell by auction, at the stores of Mb. Geo. Titbreli*, Vul« can Lane, on Thursday next, the 19th inst., at 11 o'clock, m CASES AND BALES OF SEASON ABLE DRAPERY, viz., 2 cases All Wool Shawls ' 2 bales 10-4 White Blankets 2 bales 9 4 Whits Blanketß i 2 oases Superior French Merinoes 3 bales Superior White Flannel 3 bales Superior Colored Flannel 3 cases Men's Military Half-Hose 3 cases Men's Grey Lambswool Half-Hose 1 case Men's Brown Cotton Half-Hose 2 cases Mottled Alpacas 2 cases Superior Black Lustre 3 eases Men's Wove Wool Crimean Shirts 2 cases Fancy striped Wincey Shirts 3 cases Men's Oriental Twill Shirts, Fancy Stripes 2 cases Men's Oriental Twill Shirts, Fancy Check Patterns 2 bales Superior Scotch Twill Shirts, D.B. 2 bales 36 inch Grey Sheetings 2 bales 30 inch Grey Sheetings 2 bales 33 inch Grey Mexicaris 1 case Whiter Skirtings 1 case Fancy Tweeds 2 cases Men's Superior Felt Hats. Terms : Under £30, cash : that amount and ui.der £100, 3 months; over £100 .5 and 4 months from day of sale.