SHIPPING.

PORT OF AUCKLAND.

IMPORTS

Per s.s. Phcebe, from Dunedin: 59 cases, order; 2 cases drugs, 1 |-cask- drugs, Kemp thorne, Proswv an ) Co. From Lyttelton : 560 bags potatoes, G-. W. Binney ; 46 do. do., 315 do. do., order; 361 bags wheat, order; 218 bass potatoes, Gr. W. Binney; 73 bags malt, 67 do. potatoes, order; 1 horse, Ellis. From Wellington : 1 parcel, Union Bank ; 2 cases, Collector of Customs ; 1 case bacon, 9 kegs butter, Cruickshank, Smart and Co.; 1 parcel books, J. Kirk. From Nelson; 1 box gold, Bank of New South Wales ; 1 parcel, Froy; 1 box gold, Bank of New Zealand. From Few Plymouth : 10 cases butter, Veale ; 1 box, T. and S. Mprrin ; 6 cases butter, 1 sack bacon, Hood. — Cruickshank, Smart and Co.. agents.

EXPORTS.

Per Auckland for Sydney : 11 bales flax, Musfcand Co. ; 190 skins, G-. Thomson; 42 bnles flnx, G- Roberts ; 1 parcel, Combes and Pnl'iv ; 1 parcel, E. Wayfce ; and a quantity of car^o from Fijis.—H. M J'ervis, agent. Per schooner Kauri, for Levuka, under bond : 1C cases brandy, 6 ditto wine, Cruick shank, Smart. & Co.; 2 cases geneva, 10 ditto brandy, T. Macky ; 10 ditto brandy, 1 case cottons, T. H. Hall; 24 eases whiskey, 5 quarter-casks ditto, 2 quarter;casks brandy, 14 enses geneva, G\ "vF« Binney j 20 casks bottled beer, 20 ensks ditto, V. Shepherd. Free goods : 1 bale printing paper, 50 sacks potatoes, 5 capes eggs, 2 ditto raisins, T. Shepherd ; 1 case currants, 2 cases apples, 1 case, Rutland ; 2 casks drugs, 775 pieces timber, 12 pairs sashes, Kempthorne, Prosper and Co.; 12 doors, 2 parcels, 8 kegs nails, S'eherff & Anserine ; 2 cases iron bedsteads, W. G-. Harrison & Co. ; 2 cases wine, 7 packages furniture, Batement Brothers ; 2 cases fu-nitnre, 3 coils rope, 8 drums oil, 1 ditto turpentine, Winks & Hall; 1 keg paint, 1 ditto drapery, 1 parkage nails, 1 ditto dra pery, 1 case sago, 1 stove, T. H. Hall.—S. W. Hill, asc-nt.

The schooner Tn wera cleared at the Customs to-day, with a full general cargo for Poverty Bay.

The barque W. C. Wenlwortb. cleared at the Customs to;day, for Russell, in ballast.

DEPARTURE OF THE AUCKLAND.

The s.s. Auckland, Captain Moore, took her departure for Sydney this morning, with the following passengers: — Saloon. —Messrs. Whitlavr, T. R. Cash, Wes ton, E. S. Smythe, A.. McMath, Mr. R. N. Lo.'e, Mr. nnd Mrs. Johnstone., Mrs and Miss Reditfc, ?.Tr. W. H. Connies, Mrs. Kelly, and 20 from "Fiji 3. Steerage — Messrs. O'Shanashp.asy, Nicholson, McDonald, Mahon, Kelly, Phillips, Mrs. Phillips, and 4 others.

COMMERCIAL.

Evexing Stae Office,

Thursday afternoon.

Messrs. E. and H. Isaacs held a sale this day, at their mart., of 37 trunks boots and shoes. The trade was fully represented, and spirited bidding "was evinced, owing to mo9t of the goods being of good quality, and suited to the trnde. Nevertheless a loss on the original invoice was sustained, and this re sult must be expected when, goods are forced in the market beyond the immediate require ments.

BIRTH.

of W. Webb, of twins (sons).

POLICE COURT.

The following is the rota for attendance of Maaistrates at the Police Court for the week ending Saturday, December 3. Friday, D^cemhev 2.—Messrs. J. S. Mac farlanp, and Thos. MacfTarlane. •Saturday December ?. —Messrs. J. May and G. H. Mitford.

CHIEF POST-OFFICE.

Mails ■will close as under :—

For Thames, this day, at 5 p.m.; and to-

morrow, at 10 n.m , and 5.30 p.m. For Russell, Kawakawa, Sydney, and the Aus tralian Colonies, per s.s. James Paterson, to-morrow, at 11 a.m. Late letters for Syd nnd Melbourne only, will be received till 11.30 am

For Russell and Kawakawa, per Comerang, to-morrow, at 1.30 p.m. For "Wnngiirei, &c, per p.s. Samson, to-morrow, at 1.30 p.m., and per s.s. Go-Ahead, on Sa turday, 3 d Dec-ember, at 1.30 p.m. For Mahuran<*i, Cr.iigeburn, arid Warlcworth, per Lady Bowen, on Saturday, 3rd inst., at 9 a.m. For Tat-anaki and tho Southern Provinces, per s s. Phcebe, on Saturday, 3rd inst., at 5 p.m. Mail? for the undermentioned places per s.s Won-ja Womra, will close at this office on We.ini'sday, 7ti December, as follows— For Sandwich Islands, British Columbia, United States of America, Bricish, Central, and ■ outh America, British and Foreign West Iniies, and Continent of Europe via England at 12.30 p.m. For United Kingdom, via San Francisco, at 1 p.m. For Money Ordei-3, Registered Letters and Newspapers at II a.m. Late letters for the United States of America and the United Kingdom bearing a late fee of 6d in addition, to the postage will be received at this office till 1.30 p.m., and by the mail agent on board the steamer up to time of sailing.

S. B. Biss, Chief Postmaster,

The Evening Star. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1870.

Now that the question of education is before the Provincial Council, there is the usual flutter among the up holders of sectarianism in state edu cation. It matters not how utter the inapplicability of a denominational system to overtaking the necessities of a sparse population, the lusfc of power is such that the ever recurring effort will be made by the directors of sec tarian divisions of the community, to retain the distribution of the loaves and fishes, with all the influence which this confers. Of all the'arguments that are adduced with this object in view, the hardest to feel patience with is the ad capitdndwn one of the in justice involved in the state giving only secular instruction. " "What right," it is said, " has the state to tax us for the support of a system of edu cation to which we have conscientious objections. "We believe in religion as a vital element in education, and we cannot support a system which ignores its claims." There is specious ness in this objection which is very telling with the unreflecting ; and from an inherent love of fairplay, there is a strong tendency with many to consider that the plea is good, and that a system of education which is thus opposed to "conscientious con victions," should not be countenanced as the general system of the country. . But it seems to be forgotten by tliose who wax indignant on the injustice of a secular system, that the state does not admit the claim on it to supply complete education. In an especial manner it has practically, in many ways, repudiated such claim in respect of religion; and the whole policy of this colony, in common with many other colonies, is based on the general belief, that from the great diversity of religious views in the com munity, and the rancorous feelings engendered by any interference with religious convictions, the state must stand aloof from the recognition of religion. We have no state church, we confer no religious endowments. [We make railways and build gaols, but we do not, as a state, build churches, or endow preachers in connection with them. It is felt that peace and goodwill are promoted among the people, by leaving to their diverse religious Convictions, the support of their particular religious faith. And in making bridges and not churches, we cannot be regarded as valuing bridges beyond churches, or being guilty of atheism ; but we are simply actuated by the feeling, that as there is a common interest in bridges, the common revenues of the people can be devoted to this purpose; but rs there is not a common interest in any particular church, the common re sources cannot in justice be devoted to the support of any particular church, and cannot bear such a. strain on their resources as would be necessary in afford ing support to all churches. The very same principle applies to re ligion in the education of children. Reading, writing and arithmetic, are of common interest to all, and there fore can be paid for from the common fund. A particular religious faith cannot be imparted to all with any sense of justice, and the thousand and one diversities of religious convictions would be too severe a pressure if rest ing on our limited resources of re venue. The state therefore wisely adheres to the imparting of what it can impart to all, and leaves to the various sects of religionists the incul cating of their, own particular views to their own particular followers. In a wise system, the state should not profess to give a complete education, for the reason that it cannot give such It does not essay to impart medical or surgical science in its common schools, nor yet to complete the education of a barrister. But it te-ches to read, to write, and to keep accounts, and so me other elements of education, without which no one can be educated: and pro fessing to give instruction in these elements it cannot be charged with in justice in declining to teach medicine, surgery, law, or theology. It is true that religion is a necessary part of education, and that no education is complete without the training of the moral, and even the physical, as well as the mental. But the state cannot educate, and should profess only to instruct ; and if it instructs in what is of common necessity at the cost of common funds, it cannot be charged with injustice in refusing to go farther. If it supplies bread, .which all eat, and refuses to supply beef and fish, be cause there are differences of taste and habits in this regard, the man who eats fish cannot exclaim that his rights are injured because he only gets bread, nor the man who abhors fish complain that hia physical nature is done

violence to, because he is not also provided with beef. In education the suite can, without any violation of justice or conscientious convictions, oo a certain length ard there stop ; and refusing to aid in imparting religion it does not show disrespect to its vital importance as an element in education, but it merely declares that it leaves this portion of education to the various religious sections of the community. Nothing therefore can be more un founded than the objection so glibly current, that a system which does not teach religion does violence to a prin ciple of justice.

Intending purchasers of household furniture, etc , will do well to attend Messrs. S. Oochrane mid Son's sale at Holme Bay House, Holme Biy, to-morrow, when a valuable collection of useful articles will be disposed of under the ever willing hammer. A3 will be seen from another column, there will be a lecture delivered this erenin , at the Mechanicss'lnstitute,by Mr.J.F.Clark, under the auspices of l.he New Zealand Local Indus try league. The subject i 3 "The Wants ol the People," and, from the growing interest in the question of promoting homo industries, we have no doubt that there will be a large attendance, and thnt.the lecture will be pro ductive of r;ood. It will be observed, also, that there is to be a public meeting on Satur day, for the advocacy of the principles of the Leagtie. Yesterday afternoon the ceremony of open ing the new brewery of Messrs. Whitson and Sons was performed in becoming style. A large company, including his Honor the -uper iivendent and many of our principal citizens, assembled, and after inspecting the various works proceeded to the discussion of a luncheon spread by the proprietors. After l.ho Usual loyal and patriotic toasts, various speeches followed, and the affair passed off with great satisfaction. In the even ing again a bill, attended by nearly one hundred and fifty persons, gave additional eclat to the * inauguration of the brewery, at which, till an early hour this morning, the assenibbd guests coi - tinned to "chase the hours with flying feet." We observe that the farce of faking a census with reference to public feeling on the value of the Permissive Bill, has brer, performed under the auspices of the representative.^ of the United Kingdom Alliance in this city.

,Ye are tolfl that tl.c result has been tint fight hundred and fifteen persons, men and women, have in this plcbiscit-um voted fo> the biil, and forty-fouragainst it. We admire the motives of our teetotal friends, but really such a tiling :i3 this brings the besi of principles into ridicule. Anyone r-an see that this is a delusion attempted to bo palmed off on the common sense of the people. \\ c have heard of nobody that hug been asked to sign, and it is clear that the document was presented only to those whose opinion was known to be favorable. Even the publicans themselves, and their dependents, are manifold more numerous than the dissentients. _ W <■ do nut like shams, and this latest plebiscitum is a very hollow one.

The usual monthly inspection parade of the Auckland Rifle Volunteers will be held a!, the Drill-shed this evening, at half-past six o'clock. As the orders are imperative, it is expected that there will bo a full muster.

Our friends nt Parncll should take notice that the Assessment-roll for that district, i posted up at the shop of Mr. Charles Pike, in that suburb, where any persons desirous of seeing the valuation of their property, ami the amounts of rate to be levied, can be gratified in those particulars.

The annual session of I he Wesleyan Metho dist ministers for the Middle District of .New Zealand was held in Wellington, commencing on Wednesday, November 16. There were present —Rev. Thomas Buddl1, chairmnn ; Kcvs. W. Watk'n and J. A. Taylor, from jS'el -on ; J. B. Kichurdson, B'cnhcim ; G-. \\. Thomas, Motueka ; \v. Morley and G. Slan nurd, Wangunui; J. A. Ca.vdeil, Wairarapa ; and G. S. Harper, Hutt.

The dates of the parados for the Auckland squadron i.'oyal Cavalry Volunteers for the month of December are published in our ad vertising columns.

We learn that an inquest is to be held upon the remains of Captain Wuston, which were discovered a few days ago near Henderson's mill. Constable Bullen yesterday left town to fetch the bones, and the inquiry is to take place at the Railway Terminus Hotel on Saturday next.

POLICE COURT.-Thursday.

[Before S. Kompthornc, Esq., and Dr. [vender

dine, Justices.J

PiursriCENH'ESS. — John Leonard, John Shiers, Margaret Clcarey, K. Brown alias Robson, and James Ferguson, were fined each os. and costs, or to be imprisoned 24 hours. — P. Mullaty, for a second offence, was fined 10s. and costs, or to be imprisoned 48 hours. Evading- Bail.—John CoiFey was charged with intending to abscond, and so evade bail given for his appearance for trial at the Supreme Court. —Mr. Joy for defendant. — Mr. Bacon, the bailsman for tho defendant, stated that her had heard that the wife of defendant said that ho might abscond. —Bacon was relieved of his obligation, and. on the application of Mr. Joy, bail to a simi ar amount was allowed, himself in £1.00, and two sureties in £50 each. Municipal Police Act.—Thomas Hnr..is pleaded guilty to having driven his dray in Queen-street, without/ having his name lngib y painted on the same.—Fined 10s. and costs. Peovoking Language. — The charge brought by W. Tiiihy against; Mary Ti.it.liy, was adjourned till to-morrow, in consequence of the liy>terj.cal state of defendant in Court. —Two other similar rases were settled out of Court. Laucknt. —The ease of It. Glover, charged with stealing a musical instrument from on board the Blanche, was, in the absence of prosecutor, a seaman engaged by his duties on board the Blanche, adjourned litl to-morrow, bail being allowed sis before. Vagrancy. — T. Patou, a well-ltnown vagrant, whose nocturna' and wandering habits, and uncouth deshabille, have caused no inconsiderable fear among certain of Her Majesty's subjects, was sent to Mount Eden for three months.

PROVINCIAL COUNCIL.-Wednes day.

In the Provincial Council yesterday, in reply to a question, the Provincial Secretary stated that the North Head reserve had been let to Mr. Wyles at a rent of £10 a year ; and with inference to the Flagstaff Hill, it was replied that Mr. Duder had permission from the late Superintendent to fence in that reserve, on condition of not excluding persons from it as a recreation ground. The resolution of Mr.' Phillips, for the gradual closing of the Symouds-street Cemetery, v,as carried ; a bridge at Ngaruawahia was resolved on. A long discussion ensued on a motion for re turns relative to General Government officers whose salaries are charged against the pro vince, which was ultimately carried ; and the Highways Bill and Opaheke Koad Bill were further considered in committee.

THIS DAY.

Among the subjects on the Notice Paper for to-day, we find the following : —

Mr. McLkod to move, " That a select com mittee be appointed, to consider the best means of promoting and developing fisheries in this province. Committee to consist of Mr. Speaker, Mr. Boylan, Mr. Creighton, Mr. Dyer, Mr. Lusk, Mr.'J. McLeod, 3>. Nichol son, Dr. Sam, Mr. Sheeban, and the mover. Committee to report on the 6:h "December." Captain Freer to move, " That inasmuch as the General Government have declaiel their intention of opening up the country for settlement, this Council is of opinion that His Honor's attention should be called to the state of the roads and bridges in the Waikato,_ with the view—J. Of recommending the making a sioor! dray road from Raglan to Havipipi, Alexandra, and Te Awamutu, on the one hand, and from Ha ri pi pi to Whatawhata on the other. 2. That encounigemcnt be gi-en io the building of substantial flour mills in various parts of the delta of the Waikato." Mr. G-OBDOX to move, "That a respectful' iddresd bo presented to Ifis Honor the Super intendent, requesting him to place the sum of £300 on the additional estimates for promot ing agricultural exhibitions, to be divided among the Agricultural Societies of the Pro vince, as his Honor may think fit." Mr. Swaxsox to move, "Thnt a respectful ■uldress be presented to His Honor the' Supe rintendent, requesting him to place on the ad ditional estimates a sufficient sum to defray 'lie expense requisite to procure a thorough testing ol the native woods in this province, as to their strength, toughness, and durability under various circumstances, and also as to their adaptabil ty for dyeing, tanning, and

other industrial purposes." Mr. Philips to move, "That an address be presented to His Honor the Superintendent, requesting him to place on the additional Estimates the sum of £100, in aid of the Mechanics' Instil utc."

Mr. MtrKH.vf to move, "That a respectful address be presented to His Honor the Super intendent, requesting him to place upon tho additional Estimates the sum of £80, for competitive designs, showing the best manner in which the Albert Barracks and Fort Brito inart r:an be laid out according to previous resolutions of this Council."

The Licensing, Dighwaj'?, Education, Kni pura Railway, arid Education Reserves Man agement Uills, are also on the notice paper for further consideration.

THE MASONIC BANQUET.

Yesterday, being St. Andrew's Pay, wrs celebrated by tho annual banquet of St. Andrew's Lodge, which was, as usuul, held in t.lio Lodire R O '»m, '-far Hotel, Albcrt-strwt. There was a lurre muster of brethren. At

8 o'clock übout. sixty I)rot!iron sat down to an excellent-, dinner, which was in every w.iy wl'ml iiii:;hl, have been expected horn Brother Mucreiidy, who was, of coursp, "mine host," iiH usual. Representatives from al! the lodges in Auckland were present. During the even ing tho scene was enlivened by B^ngs by Brothers Anderson, Brett, Copland, Die;helm, and Lavcrs —Brother Joseph Brown, organist, of Lodge Am, presiding at the piano.— Brother John Hay, K.W.M., occupied tho chair, who was supported on tlie right by the rt.W D.P.G.M., 5.0., Brother Beveridge, and on the left b- t eR.W.P.G.M., 1.C., brother George P. Pierce. The Senior Warden.-! chair ftob ably filled by Brother Thos. Macfar lane.—The. Lodge was opened in the first degtce, and upon the brethren. entering tho room (he recitative from the " Creation" —" In the beginning God created the Heavens and the Enrth," —was rendered by brother K. Brett.—A blessing was asked, and justice having boon done to the dinner, the anth<M-n " To Heaven's Higli Architect all prai.*e," was sung to the tune of "Cro ition." —The K.W.M. requested all to fill iheir j»la<se.9, and proposed the toast of tho "Holy Lodge of St. John." after which heproposud the ''Queen and Cr ill," and " Brother Albert lulward, Princo of Wales, and the rest of the Royal Family." Ho re marked that it was the first time the health of Brother Albert Edward had been proposed in Sh. Andrew's Lo ige as a in ember of the Craft. He observed from papers recently received he had already taken an active part in Masonry.—The toast, was drunk, and the Ma sonic Royal An'hem, " Almighty Architect," was then sung, and " England's future King," by Brother Brett.—The K.W.M. then proposed the health of 'Sir George Bowan, tho Gover nor." lie Iwcl clone much good to both races, and anything ho could say vroult fall short of expressing the esteem in which ho was held, and lie hoped that lie might soon follow tho example of the Princo and become one of tho draft,, and it would give him great pleasure to initiate him.—Brother Walter Graanme, J.W. proposed, the " Army, Navy, and Colonial Forces." He had often had the pleasure of proposing this toast, and he could only gsiy that any commendations from him were need less. Both arms had done their duty, and. he Lad no doubt always would do

so. They had mementos in their churrli yards of (heir bravery. He alluded to Broth r Nixon of the Colonial forces, Brother Hamilton of the navy, and Brother Mercer of the army. The toast was drunk with ail honours, when Brother J, Copland render; d " England the homo of the 'World,''' in go • i style, Ins well known fine bass voice bringi .g

homo tho spirit of the song to all hearts

Brother T. Macffarlane proposed, " The heniih of 'Brother T. B. Gillies, Superintendent of the province, our most respected citizen and Chief Magistrate." It was gratifying to him,

aud no doubt to the lodge, to see him present that evening. Amidst alt his 'cares he had spared time "to attend, and they ought to be doubly glad to welcome him. They all knew that he had discharged his duties at his own discomfort for the interests.of the province. He could bear witness to the way in which he discharged his duties in the Assembly, and was confident that there was not a better man in the province to guide its affairs. —The toast was drunk with Macduff honors. — Brother Lavera then sung, " Hard Times come again no more?" in a pleasing style-— Brother T. B. Gillies returned thanks cordially. He had been more devoted to the interest's of the province than his own affairs, and had but little time to attend the lodges or do much, for the benefit of the Craft. The province had had hard trials, hut he believed the day was breaking, and before lons the light would emerge.—Brother Pierce, P.G.M., I.C..then proposed, "The Grand Lodge of Scot land, and Brother the Right Hon. the Earl of Dalhousie, Grand-Master-Mason of Scotland." The toast, should have been given to some one who understood more of the Scotch Lodge than himself. The Earl had been transferred from the English to the Scottish Constitution, and would, "no doubt, do much to advance the interest? of the Craft,—The toast was drunk with Scotch honors.—Brother Beve ridge, D.P.G.M., S C, proposed "Tbe Grand Lodges of England and Ireland, the Right ITon. the Earl Do Grey and Ripon, M.W.G. M.E.C., and his Grace'the Duke of Leinster, M.W.G.M., 1.C." The tonst of the three '*}rand Lodges was a formal one, but would bs drunk cordially. He knew Earl De Grey was a most enthusiastic Mason, and would do honor to the chair to which he had been pro moted. The same words might be applied to the Duke of Leinster, and it was the wish of (lie Craft, that, he might long regain his posi tion, —The toast was drunk with Macduff honors, after which Brother Anderson sang "Ye banks and braes."—Brother W. Ander son then proposed "Lodge Mother Kilwin ninir; "after which Brother Brock, W.M., Lodge Ara, proposed "The Provincial Grand Lodges of New Zealand," complimenting the W.M. of each lodge for the able manner in which they . had performed their duties.— Brothers Pierce, Heyworxl, and Beveridge re turned thanks, the latter saying that he should like to see one Grand Lodge of New Zealand, a thing that had been frequently spoken of. It would be a good thing if they could all be joined together ; and he hoped to see that end achieved. He dwelt at some length on this subject, and resumed his seat amid loud cheers.—Brother Brown then gave " The Merry Masons " on the pianoforte. — Brother Doull proposed, " Lodge St. Andrew, and the R.W.M." It was one of the princi pal toasts of the evening. He had been much pleased with the manner in which the R.W.M. had conducted the proceedings ; and the fact of him having been re-elected this year showed that the members of the lodge were well pleased with him during his previous term of office.—The toast was drnnk with Macduff honors and "He's a jolly good fellow." — Brother Hay, R.W.M., returned thanks : and Brother Hooper, in the absence of the W.M. of Lodge Waitemata, gave, "Free and Accepted Masons all over the World," which was ilrunk cordially, and the choir sung the .anthem, " Come lot us prepare." —Brother E. B. Dixon proposed, "The Sister Lodges in Auckland, Onehunga, and the Thames ;" after which Brother Beveridge gave the toast, " To the Memory of St. Clair of Roslyn."—Brother M. Niccol"proposed, "Masons' Wives and Masons' Bairns" in a very humorous speech, which was well received, and the choir sung, " Hero's a health to all good lasses." — Brother T. B. Gillies proposed " The land of our adoption." He said that they were not only drinking to "the prosperity of Masonry, but to that of those who with them inherited these lands.—Brother Macffarlaue gave " The memory of Robert Burns," and Brother Beveridge gave "The health of the host anc. hostess," to whom they owed their best thanks Cor the excellence of "the repast which they had enjoyed. — Brother Doull proposed " Brother "Brown and the Choir," to which Brother Brown replied, stating that although professional duties kept him from atteuding lodges as often as ho could wish, yet his heart was ahv.-iys there, aud he hoped in future to attend more regularly.—Brother Dr. Sam, W.M., of Lodge of Light, Thames, then pro posed " Poor and distressed brethren all over the world," and Brother Diethelm sang " The Standard-bearer," which was one of the best rendered songs of the evening, and was tre mendously applauded. " Auld Lang Syne" wiis then sung in chorus by the assembled brethren, and the proceedings terminated, a vM-y pleasant evening hiving been spent.

THE EVENING STAB, DECEMBER 1, 1870.



NEW LINE OF 'RUSES. F. PHIPPS TTAS made arragements for Running a .JLjL 'Bus iJAILY between the WHAU and AUCKLAND—leaving the Whau «t 8 a.m., and from Union Bank Auckland, at 5 p.m. Parcels carried. Mr. F. Piiipps ha 3 been appointed Agent for the Sale of the Evening- Stae at the Whau. November 4, 1870



./. Cose/rave and Co. beg to injorm the public that there is an entire revolution in dress, also in the. prices of goods. It is neces sary it should be so, as Auckland in not in the flourishing position it wns twelve months ago : it is like all goldfield cities, suffering under a recover;/, the working classes arc more nu merous and money less ■plentiful. Therefore, the prices of drapery and clothing must come down to suit the times. The population must have clothing suitable jor an almost tropical summer. J. Cosgrave and Co. have met the crisis, they have broken dovm the monopoly of large profits that huve reigned here for year--: past. They are determined the people shall be clad and that cheaply ; a great chance was offered lately, the stock of a large importer of drapery was in the market, a discount off English cost was given, and J. Cosgrave and Co. became the "purchasers, hence our extensive and valuable sale of drapery takes place This Day.—iMvt.]



WANTED — A Young Lady to act sis BARMAID—AppIy, between 6 and 7 p.m., at tlia City Club, Shoi'tland-sti-eet. WA NT B D—A BOY accustomed to Steward's work on board a steamer. — Apply on board the steamer 'Napier.' WANTED— By a "SouugMun. a SITUA TION" as CLERK. FirsC-class refer ence.-. —Address T. 8., Kyening Star office. ■^TTANTED— The public to know tbnt VY FEINTING- of every description is executed at fclm Evening- Stak Office, with neatness and despatch.



WANTED— PURCHASERS of Che™ NEWCASTLE COAL; delivered £ any part of Auckland at 343 perkton.-—Apnu! at Aechaeb & Brown's Coa\i and 'wLI DepAt, Mechanics' Bay. « oa WANTED.-ONE THOUSAND prn, CHASEES of HERBERT ft SMITH'S PATENT PORTABLE SMOtttt CONSUMING- OVENS.—Note the Address High-street, Top of SameYaed as Brows and Baheet's. N.B.—All kinds of Ovens Made and Re paired. Gas-fitting and Spouting Fixed, and Machinery Repaired. TO SELL —Two-and-a-half acres 09 OATS —Apply to Mr. Hues, Solicitor, Kyber pass Road, opposite Stockade. FOR SALE, on hoard the Barque 'No velty,' a choice variety of Wax Fruit Wax Flowers, Parian Figures, Birds in shades' &c. The ' Novelty' is now at the Wharf. LOCAL INDUSTRY. PUBLIC MEETING. A PUBLIC MEETING will be held on SATURDAY next, at 2 p.m, at a con venient place thereafter to be fixed), in the City of Auckland, under the auspices of the New Zealand Local Industry League. A cordial invitation is extended to all. Several Speakers will address the Meeting. By order of the Executive Committee. EMPIRE HOTEL, VICTORIA-STREET. QECCOMBE'S and BEDDEL'S COLO- O NIAL ALES 4d. per pint, 2d. pev glass at the Bar. Just added, a new Billiard Bagatelle Table. W. Milt.cc, proprietor, late of the City Baths, Queen- street. A good Quoit Ground and Q.uoils complete, adjoining the hotel. BILLIARDS. TO SUIT THE TIMES. />(O to MILLER' 3 EMPIRE HOTEL, VUT Victoria-street, for a quiet game of Bil liards ;no charge for the table. Drinks, 6d. Cheap Drinks. ON VIEW, AT THE DEVONPORT HALL NORTH SHORE, FOR THREE DAYS, MR. DRY'S CELEBRATED PICTURE, Patronised by His Excellency. This uni-ivalled Work of Art is made from our Native Woods, unstained. Represents a Ship in full sail, with Coast View, Oliffs, Rocks, Birds, &c. Contains 4,000 pieces; occupied four years in completing. The ship is named the ' Evergreen,' our native woods being evergreen. Open from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Admission Is. FOR SALE—A GOOD INVESTMENT. A FULL SHARE in the PEEP-O' DAT _X3_ Claim, at Corornandel. Last crushing, 30 tons, and yie'ded 21oz?. to the ton. For particulars apply to V.V.X.V. Stae Office. AUSTRALASIAN INSURANCE COM COMPANY. Chairman : The Hon. James Graham, M.L.C. Vice-Chairman : The Hon. W. J. T. Clarke, M.L.C. Directors: Hon. Edward Cohen, Commissioner of Cus toms for Victoria. Hon. Alexander Frazer, M.L.C. J. Macßain, Esq., M.L.A. B. Tayne, Esq., J.P. Sccretiry : E. L. Montefio-?, Esq., J.P. Actuanj: G. E. Cowley, Esq. Tbe above Company are open to accept FIRE, MARINE, and LIFE RISKS at the Lowest Current Rat3s, through their Agent, W. J. HURST, Queen-street, Auckland. T>AZAAR OMNIBUSES—AuckIand and Jj Onehunga—Onehunga and Auckland Station. Time Table. Leave Auckland for Onehunga—B a.m., 9 a.m., 10 a.m., (Return Ticket), 12, 2 p.m^, 4 p.m., 5 p.m. On Sundays, at 10 a.m., and 4 p.m. Leave Onehunga for Auckland—3 a.m., 10 a.m., (Return Ticket), 12, 2 p.m., 5 p.m. On Sundays, 10 a.m., and 4 p.m. A 'bus will leave Auckland for Onehunga every Sunday at 8.30 p.m. , Howick for Auckland, 8 a.m. Auckland for Howiek, 3 p. m. ~ Livketand Bait Stables. HorsesUougiw and Sold on Commission. For the accommodation of passengeis arriving late at night from the Gold Fiel«. and others desirous of visiting the differed places of amusement, a Night Omnibus wj leave Onehunga at 7 p.m., and return at v o'clock the same night. Return Tickets fiom oUS hVial Oaubuses will be a^J ready at the Onehunga Wharf for the accogj dation of passengers arriving by the differed steamers and other vessels. . TO BAKERS, STOREKEEPERS, &>■ FLOUR. FLOUR, FLOUR. On Sale By JOHN B.OBERTON & CO., DUEJIAM-STHEET, KEROSENE, FINEST QUALITY, Guaranteed, 3s per gallon. SUPERFINE CALIFORNIA FLOUR. 501b. sacks, £14 per ton. No Charge for Bags.