The Evening Star.

Vol. I.—No. 146.]

AUCKLAND, TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 1870.

[Price One Penny.



STEAM TO THE THAMES. -V-^-*v 'T> OVAL ALFRED, AUCKLAND to SHORT* TIME TABLE. Feom Auckland : Tuesday, 28th June, 10 o'clock night Wednesday, 29th June, at 10 o'clock evening From Grahamstown : Wednesday, 29th June, 9.30 o'clock morning Return Tickets issued for one week ai Beduced Fares. STEAM TO THE THAMES. •it. 6 -p\ UKE OF EDIN Slft|lS_> BURG H. Leave Auckland: Wednesday, 29th Tune, at 2 o'clock afternoon Feom Grahamstown: Tuesday, 28th June, 6 o'clock evening Wednesday, 29th June, 7 o'clock evening Return Tickets issued for One week a' Beduced Fares, and available for the * Roya Alfred.* S. HAGUE SMITH. STEAM BETWEEN AUCKLAND ANI THE THAMES. ■""_>-..-_ rpHB Steamer j|l|||S^ ' WILLIAMS' Will leave Queen-street Whare tttncttt* ally at the advertised hour : Wednesday, 29th June, at 12 o'clock a.m. Will leave Grahamstown : Tuesday, 28th June, at 4-30 o'clock p.m. Wednesday, 29th June, at 5 o'clock p.m. Return Tickets issued for one week a Reduced Rates. The steamer 'Clyde' will Tender the ' Wil liams' at Grahamstown. H. M. JERVIS, , Agent. FOR THE THAMES, -^x^ mHE p.s. 'ENTERPRISE No. 2/ Captain Scon, will Bail on Wednesday, 29th June, at 10 o'clock night. Friday, Ist July, at 11 o'clock night. Freight Bs. per ton, payable on delivery. HOLMES BROS. FOR THE FIJIS. - nPHE Fine Clipper Schoonei j|||g^ 'KAURI,* . Captain T. Sheeherd, will sail for the Fijii on the 16th July. Has excellent accommodation for passen* gers. For Freight or Passage apply to S. W. HILL, Agent. CIRCULAR SAW LINE OF STEAMERS FOR TARANAKI, NELSON, PICTON WELLINGTON, LYTTELTON, ANI OTAGO. -Li nnHE s.s. ~ ' AIREDALE ' from Onehunga on THURSDAY, the 30tl instant. ■ For Freight or Passage apply to HENDERSON & MACFARLANE. REGUL/Pf* MONTHLY STEAM COMMU NICA-fDN BETWEEN AUCKLAND SYDJ-JiY, AND MELBOURNE. -■+ l^ rpHE Favorite Steamship Wk^saV ( TT "R R O ' Captain Logan, is expected here about th< 10th July, and will leave again for Sydnej and Melbourne five days after her arrival. For freight or passage apply t© CRUICKSHANK, SMART, & CO., Agents, Auckland , Or to, LEDGER & FRANCIS, Agents, Grahamstown, Thames, Queen-street, Auckland, June 17,1870.



FOR SYDNEY DIRECT. CIRCULAR SAW LINE. —-*-t_> rTIHE Regular Trader WM^k, 'CONSTANCE,' on SATURDAY, 2nd July. For Freight or Passage apply to . HENDERSON & MACFARLANE. AUSTRALASIAN STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY'S LINE OF STEAMERS. b SYDNEY AND MELBOURNE, Transhipping to ant Poet in the a . stbalasian colonies. «-r jl nnHE A. S. N. Company's - 24**_^^^Sv -■- Steamship Si___-S_-r ' ' AUCKLAND,' 850 tons, 150 horse power, Charles Blick, Commander, will be despatched on THURS DAY, the 30th instant, at 11 o'clock a.m. For Freight or Passage apply to H. M. JERVIS, Agent. N.B. —Freights to be alongside To-morrow (Wednesday) afternoon. 1 FOR LONDON. rnHE } JIbS 'inflexible; Captain Ltall. This ship has now all her passengers engaged, and is only waiting for the arrival of two vessels from the coast with flax. Will • get away about the end of the week. BROWN, CAMPBELL & CO., Agents. June 27, 1870. FOR LONDON DIRECT. «H U A S Q U I N A' t (Captain Lowden) . -^T^w nnHIS Magnificent Clipper *^__1& _\v _L Parque, 428 tons, Al at MMmjfc?* Lloyd's for 14 years, and built ~*2&s3**&& by special survey, will leave for the above port ON SiTURDAY, 16th JULY. Can accommodate a few FIRST-CLASS PASSENGERS, and has first-rate steerage room; For freight or passage, apply to . •'• OWEN AND GRAHAM. Jiihe 21, 1870. GREYHOUND HOTEL, COBNEB OE QTJEEN AND VICTORIA-STREETS, AUCKLAND. r MICHAEJLCORrSORA^,- PROPRIETOR, IN returning thanks to hiß friends, visitors, and the public generally for then' past sup -3 port, begs leave to draw attention to the extensive IMPROVEMENTS recently effected in the premises by the hands of the most experienced designers and decorators in Auckland, which have rendered this well-known Hotel FAR SUPERIOR to any other in this city, and equal to the best of the far-famed Hotels of Melbourne and ' Ballarat. THE BAR ) Has been fitted up in a gorgeous manner, and in size and convenience is unrivalled; and visitors calling there will find themselves, as heretofore, waited upon with the utmost civility and attention, aud will be supplied with articks of the very best and choicest qualities and descriptions. N.B.—Hot Water always in Readiness. 1 TvlK PARLOURS A._D BEDROOMS Require only to be visited to be appreciated; . and M. C. can appeal with confidence to the testimony of previous visitors, who will bear him out in asserting that the arrangements , cannot be excelled. THE BILLIARD-ROOM AND THE ADJACENT BAR Are fitted up with the best Tables and the most approved appliances, aud are under skilful management, which has always afforded satisfaction. 3 M. C. trusts by a continuance of attention ' and civility, combined wih care in supplying none but First-class Goods, to merit an in crease in the favours hitherto liberally bestowed on him, and hopes that the ; GREYHOUND HOTEL May be recognised as . THE FIRST HOUSE IN AUCKLAND To which pre-eminence it shall be his en deavour to rail* it.



IN consequence of the Proprietors having decided not to make any alterations in the Premises occupied by Messrs. G. NASH & Co., they beg to infcrm their Friends- and the Public that they have now ready their First Shipment of Fashionable WINTER GOODS. According to the latest ~ " ~" Silk Velvet Jackets at 395.. Parisian Fashions, Velvets . which is very little more are everywhere la mode. In MESSRS. | than the prices that are order to meet the demand being paid for Cotton or for this, the Richest of all Q_ NASH & CO. VelTreteon Ja°kets- In acl- Materials, G. NASH & ' ' dition to the stock of Jackets Co. have imported, direct, 23Q q^jeEN-STREET and Mailtles on ]afind ' an? Velvets that will enable " ' ' ' style will be made up on the them to defy competition. Next THE New Cn - y Music Hall. Premises ' and Lad. ie9 Ca" As a proof, they respectfully select the quality of invite inspection of their _ ■____ Velvet they may prefer. New Millinery, New Dresses, New Clothing, New General Drapery. An early call is respectfully invited by Messrs. G. NASH & Co., 230, Queen street, next the City Hall. NEIL CAMPBELL, TAILOE AND CLOTHIER, QUEEN STREET, OPPOSITE THE MARKET RESERVE. T)EGS to return thanks for past favor., and also to intimate.to his friends and the public that he has added a large assortment of Winter Goods to his Stock, and can execute all orders entrusted to him at prices that will defy competition.



GLORIOUS NEWS. mRE BEST DINNER IN THE COLO NIES Can be obtained at the SHORTLAN D - S T R E E T Q.C.E., Consisting of — SOUP FISH JOINTS POULTRY GAME PASTRY English CHEESE, and SALADS of all kinds, A. D A GLASS OE THE BEST ALE, ALL FOR From 12 till 3 o'clock daily. COME AND TRY. LIONEL PHILLIPS BEGS to inform the inhabitants of One hunga and vicinity that ho has purchased the Business lately in the occupation of H. H. Weight, Family Grocer, Princes-street, and trusts, by supplying GROCERIES at a small profit, to merit, a share of their patronage and support. Please note the Address— L. PHILLIPS, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL GROCER, Peinces-stheet, Onehtnga.. MUSICAL. MP. J. HYDE PARKER, Pianist and Peofessob oe Music, WHILE r .turning thanks to his Friends and the Public for their constant pat ronage, beg 3to assure themall pupils committed to his care, either for Elementary or Finishing Lessons on the Pianoforte, will ensure con stant attention and rapid progress in that delightful art. Schools'aud Families visited in town and country, on liberal terms. Address —Cucksy's Music Saloon, Queen street ; or, Mr. Parker, Graftonroad, next Fossett's Store * "THE TOMAHAWK:" A NEW WEEKLY JOURNAL, Illustrated by Mr. FbanK VabLET. FIRST NUMBER SATURDAY, JTFLY 2. Price Sixpence.



VICTOKIA-STREET ;SEED STORES. NEW SEEDS ! NEW SEEDS ! J1 U S T LANDED, PEAS, 14 varieties BEANS, 7 varieties O.NIONS, 4 varieties &c, &c, &c. • VICTORIA-STREET SEED STORES. R. BAIRD, MANAGER. ; THE PORT OF CALL. W. LOGGIB, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL [BUTCHER, QUEEN-STBEET, IN returning thanks for the liberal patron age accorded to him by the public of Auckland for (be past eighteen months, begs to inform them that, having made EXTENSIVE ALTERATIONS to his premises, he is enabled to supply them AT HIS USUAL LOW RATES. AN EARLY CALL IS REQUESTED. JUST LANDED, Ex 'Bella Maby,' ONI O N S, splendid sample ; CATEN HAY,- excellent quality POTATOES, Hobart Town Seed. On Sale at the VICTORIA-STREET SEED STORES. B:. BAIRD, Manager. TO ; STOREKEEPERS. BOOT AND SHOEMAKERS, AND OTHERS. J . W . H O AR E BEGS to inform Storekeepers and others in the Trade that he receives shipments by every Steamer of MICLBOURNE-MADE ' BOOTS AND SHOES, MANUFACTURED ' UPPERS, LEATHER, GRINDERY, &c, ' which will be found 20 per. cent, cheaper than any firm in the Colony. • MELBOURNE AGENCY, " 12, High-street, Auckland. NOTICE. MESSRS. MUST & CO., of Queen-street, Auckland, and Grahamstown, T_ames, are AGENTS for the sale of R. HALES - CABIN BISCUIT. May 6, 1870-



UNITED SERVICE WHOLESALE _ RETAIL, WINE AND SPIEIT STORE, ■QUEEN-STREET, Bt •** TWO DOOH3 EROM WELLESLEY-STREET. A MONTILLADO SHERRY, first Quality OLD TAWNY PORT, Vintage 1861 BOOTH'S LONDON UNSWEETENEL GIN JAMIESON'S PURE MALT DUBLIN WHISKY DUNVILLE'S BELFAST WHISKY GREENLESS _ CALDWELL'S CAMP BELTON WHISKY POMERANZEN GERMAN BITTERS. A large and most varied Stock of WINES anc SPIRITS of the Best Brands. BASS' BURTON ALE ALWAYS ON DRAUGHT, i SILKS! SILKS! SILKS! J. M. McLACHLAN, 214, QUEEN STREET, -inrroULD draw the attention of Ladies tc W TWO CASES OF SILKS! just arrived per Suez Mail, amounting to £50C worth, bought at LONDON COST! which he is, now offering at PRICES NEVER HEARD OF IN AUCKLAND BEFORE! FOE CASH. GROS GRAINS in— Dove, Drab, Slate, Brown, Claret, Violet Blue, _c, _c Glar-f- Silks in same shades, Moire Antiques in Black, Silver Grey, and White. One CASK SILK VELVETS !—now so fashionable—commencing at ss. 9d. per yard. @§P°An Inspection Invited. J. iM. McLACHLAN, 214, QUEEN STREET, Four doors above the Duke of Edinburgh Theatre. ' GARDENEES, GARDENERS. MESSRS. WRIGHT, BROS., having had extensive practice both in Australia and this Colony (first class testimonials from em ployers in both countries) as Gardeners in all branches, beg to inform the gentry of Auck land and its vicinity that they are prepared to execute all orders entrusted to them with the greatest care. ■ ..••' Gardens. laid out as Landscape, J. ruit or Flower Gardens, by the day or contract. Address—" Care of R. Baird, Victoria street Seed Stores." (Terms Moderate.) j JOHN BARTON, PRACTICAL WELL-SINKER & PUMP REPAIRER. ■ . ' ",' Orders left with Messrs.' Baird & Co., Victo ria Street, executed with care and despatch. Terms Moderate. FOR IMMEDIATE. SALE. FLAX STATION AT RANGARIRL THE PLANT consists of a 10 horse power Portable Engine, a Galvanised Iron Shed, one of Gibbons' double Machines, and two of Frazer's singh ones, with Shafts, Belt ing, Pulleys, and Scutching Machine, all complete. The whole, is in good working order, and capable of producing from 12 to 15 tons of dressed flax per month. There, is a large Store about 40 feet by 16 feet, and Mill 80 feet by 16 feet. Also, 11 acres of bleaching ground, fenced in, aud two comfortable Dwelling Houses, besides four Labourers' Cottages. The Mill site is freehold, with the right ol cutting flax over about 5,000 acres of first class Flux Land, secured by lease. The Mill is conveniently situated, being about 16 miles from Point Russell, and 12 miles from the Waikato Coal Mines, the steamers passing four times weekly. The whole to be Bold on such-terms as Will ! command an immediate sale. Apply to JoSJ £ ps NEW MAN,. *..' Land Agent.



JUST ARRIVED. rA CASES SEASONABLE. . BOOTS AND SHOES OF EVERY DESCRIPTION, TO BE lIAD AT; ENGLISH PRICES. NOTE THE ADDRE BS— /'RED BOOT," ' EC;, FUG'ATE,; 70, QUEEN-STREET, Opposite the Bank of New Zealand. ANCHOR HOTEL LIVERY AND BAIT STABLES., QUEEN -ST R E El;. ,'■ A. ERASER BEGS to inform his Friends and the Public generally, that in connection with th_ above, he has for Hive, OPEN AND CLOSED CARRIAGES, SINGLE & DOUBLE-SEATED BUGGIES, SADDLE HORSES, &c, ' And hopes by strict attention to business, with civility and moderate charges, to'iherit a share' of Public Patronage. April 28 1870 ' FOR A FEW WEEKS LONGER. SELLING OFF ! SELLING OFF ! > - \ mHE GREATEST BARGAINS. ,IN. t JL i JEWELLERY that can be got in Auck land for many year's to come. Fifteen Per Cent. Returned !., _. Come and Judge cob YouRiKiVRB.' Business Hours. From 9to 3. : : T. A. HICKS,,, jEWE-h-A: etc:,:, '' 1 ••-. Vdloan-lane. N.B—The whole stock of Jewellery, Fittings, and Business, to be SOLD CHEAP No reasonable refused, as the business mart be closed. • 7 LONDON & DUBLIN DISPENSARY PITT STRRET, AUCKLAND. C. WHIT LAW, MANUFACTURING CHEMIST, BEGS tp inform the inhabitants of Newton and surrounding suburbs, that ho has opened the above Establishment, and., trusts that by strict,, attention to business to meet with a fair share of public support;. 7 TEETH CAREFULLY EXTRACTED Without Freezing the Gums. PHYSICIANS' PRESCRIPTIONS Accurately Prepared at all hours. TRY WHITLAW'S CELEBRATED AMERICAN VERMIFUGE, >AX With POWDERS, for expelling; Worms in Children ; price 25., including Powders.. GREAT CURE. Hundreds of Children in the neighbourhood of Newton have been relieved of frpm ( eight to, • thirty Worms' within thelast three, we^to.;, ' TRY 0. WHITLAW'S AMERICAN . HOREHOUND PECTORAL, J. ;" 1 A Certain Cure for Whooping-cough, Colds, Asthma, Influenza, &c. Also, 0. WHITLAW'S CELEBRATED VEGETABLE CATHABTIC PILLS, 1* A Sure Remedy, for Headache, Inuijestaon, < and Stomaph Complain*^, , (| PREPARED SOLELY AT THE A.BOYB f ■ : ' ESTABLISHMENT. ; ..,J™ ( 1 N-8.-O.W. having had fifti^^etor '■ ■ ■ ! perienced in London, Dublin, andiNew .York, i trusts that this fact will be a fluffiejen^ttfiw-. a '■ tee that all prescriptions entrußt^,li9 ( hua r fii; < ., accurately dispensed. ~ 7 , (ggp" Please Note the A ddres*—- ■'['■ p ITT, S T^WlMtj '••'''■'ATjotLii^v.*^'-:'■'