The Evening Star.

Vol. lII.—No. 623.]

N.Z. :

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 1872

i PRICE ONE PENNY.



NO MISFITS!!! SAMUEL COOMBES T>EOS to inform the gentlemen of Auck land that, finding his TAILORING DEPARTMENT Increasing bo rapidly as to demand more room and more minute attention than hitherto, he has taken EXTENSIVE & COMMODIOUS PREMISES IN HIGH-STREET, And having further engaged reliable and Fashionable Cutters, and added to his staff fot workmen, he is now in a position to TURN OUI GARMENTS OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS, which for fit and finished style cannot be equalled in tbe Colony. SKILL PROFITS & QUICK RETURNS BEING SIS MOTTO, S. COOMBES Is enabled to SELL FOR CASH cheaper than any other house, and good customers aro not compelled at his Establishment to pay for the bad debts of others. N.B.—ANY GARMENT MADE WITHIN 24 HOURS NOTICE. - S. COOMBES, CITY CLOTHING MART, 80, QUEEN-STKEET, AND MANUFACTORY, HIGH-STREET.



KE D BOOT. H. PUGATE OEQ-S to inform his numerous customers and the public generally, that, owing to large and increased Stock to hand per Hero, and Chile, and Taranaki, amounting in all to £3,000 WORTH OP BOOTS AND SHOES, Oi? Eveey Possible Descbiption, he means to give his customers and the public the benefit by SEELING* AT THE LOWEST POS SIBLE LIVING PROFIT. H. F. knows the wants of the public, having been serving them now for 20 years, and accordingly imports from none but first-class houses, thus feeling that ONE TRIAL is suffi cient to prove the quality of his Q-oods, which have ever been found to give complete satis faction. He would also remind COUNTRY STOREKEEPERS that he supplies wholesale at his usual large discount allowed foe cash. A PEEFECT FIT GUAEANTEED, OE MONEY EETUENED. jPj Note the Address : — fj H. FUGATE, RED BOOT, IMMEDIATELY OPPO SITE THEATEE EOYAL, Queen steeet, AND AT Owen Steeet, Geahamstown, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL BOOT AND SHOE WAREHOUSES. W. S. JONES, SADDLER & HARNESS MAKER, BEGS to intimate to the country settlers, . and the public generally, that be has COMMENCED BUSINESS as Saddler and Harness Maker in those premises lately occu pied by Mr. Kennedy, Saddler, Queen-street, opposite the old Marketplace, where he hopes, by prompt attention to business, and reasonable pharges, to merit a share of public support. W.S.J, feels that he is in a position to supply the wants of the public, having a constant and regular shipment of Goods from the best houses in England, and would call particular attention to his first consignment, per Countess of Kintore,' which is opening in first»clasb condition, a quality of Goods rarely imported. Note the address—ls4, Queen* street. EOSEBANK NUESEEY, Foot of Flagstaff Hill. (Near the Presbyterian Church). STRAWBERRY GARDENS NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. MR GOLDIE begs to intimate that, hav ing greatly increased his STRAW BERRY BEDS, there will be no disappoint ments, as occurred last season, in the supply of fruit. Pleasant Arbours in the garden for the accommodation of visitors. A. GOLDIE, EOSEBANK NUESEEY, NORTH SHORE. FOE NEW YEAE'S GIFTS, , BUY "~J-."-4. McLACHLAN'S £2 18s. 6». OILK DRESSES, IN ALL SHADES. THE CHEAPEST IN TOWN. J. M. McLACHLAN, 214, QUEEN STBEET, «



PEESENTS! PRESENTS! PEESENTS! FOR ALL AGES, At Harris's, Cavendish House, SHOETLAND STEEET. PRESENTS in Dolls, Toys, Perfumery, Picture Books, Work Boxes, Writing Desks, Chess and Draughts, Backgammon, Bezigere Chameleon Tops, Friction Tops, Humming Tops, Tea Sets, Dinner Sets, Kitchen Sets, Parlor Sets, Bedroom Sets, Bath room Sets. CHEISTMAS TE^E OENAMENTS. Toy Picture Books, Handsome Bound Present Books, Photographic llbums, Church Service and Prayer Books, Meerschaum and Briar Root Pipeß, Tobacco and Tobacco Pouches, Choice Cigars. Please note the Address : CAVENDISH HOUSE, SHOETLAND STREET, Nearly Opposite the Post Office. ME. T. TEAFFOED, SU R G EON DENTIST, Wakefield Stbeet. Artificial Teeth, from one to a full set. PAINLESS TEETH EXTRACTION. JT O N S~O N GAR LTck" , • Sharebroker, Shortland street, Auckland. •»* Established 1866. JAMES BUTCHEE, CARTER, Contractor, &c, Goods cleared and delivered from ships on the shortest notice. ■'""• ,iJ: '■"'' t: ■■ '■■■<■' Ballast sp?pliei>.



DURING THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS, $. AND J. R. V A I L E WILL CONTINUE TO CLEA.R OUT THE STOCK GENERAL AND °VaNOT DRAPERY, AT THE NATIONAL MAET, AT A STILL FURTHEB REDUCTION ON THEIR FORMER VERY LOW PRICES, Which have given such General Satisfaction to their Numerous Customers. An Inspection will prove the fact that these Goods are, at least, EiFir Per Cent below the Regular Town Price. THIS SWEEPING REDUCTION Is made to facilitate the Closing of the Premises Early m January. The Stock of Men's and Youths' Clothing, Boys' Knickerbocker Suits &c, recently opened up at the CLOTHING DEPARTMENT, 9 6 & 98, QUEEN-STREET, Directly Opposite the National Mart, is the Cheapest aud most Comprehensive in town, and has been marked down through the past week specially to meet tho requirements of the present Festive Season. s. & j~rTyaile. Corner of Queen and Wyndham Streets, and 9G and 98, Queen Street. KELINQUISHING THE BUSINESS!!! (AS PER FORMER NOTICE). 0 . ALL THE NEW GOODS, NOW OPENING EX "CHILE," To K. HOBBS' own order, will bo sold off at LOW RATES, R. ll.'s object being to clear out as soon as possible, ... ft, • ; 18 CASUS OF NEW GOODS, EX " CHILE," Consisting^of,— Ladies' and Gents' Cambric Handkerchiefs Horrockses aud Crewson's Calicoes Black Lustres and Real Alpacas . White and Bull. Window Hollands Black Coburgs and Grenadines 8-1 Greys, Selisias, Forfar Mixed Gambroons Men's and Boys' White and Regatta Shirts Black and Drab Moreens Men's White Merino Shirts and Drawers Ladies' Parasols and Umbrellas Men's Brown Cotton Shirts and Drawers Brown Hollands . Men's Out-sizes Shirts aud Drawers Lawn, Linen, Diaper. Damasks An immense variety of Hosiery, all kinds Women's and Children's. A large cheap line of Women's White Cotton Hose. f Black and Colored " Tom Thumb" and " Regent " Ties Boys' Brown Drill " Zouave" Knickerbocker Suits r h p » Fancy Tweed " Zouave" and " Danish" Knickerbocker Suits 52 § „ Blue Twilled „ „ „ „ Q „ Fancy Leopold Suits flj g „ and Youth's Black Cloth " Zouave" Suits EH P » Brown Holland „ „ O o J „ Fancy Angola „ „ y A ' „ „ Tweed and Melton " Danish and " Zouave" Suits V % „ Blue Serge " Sailors" and '• Garibaldi" Suits OQ te - » and Youth's Mixed Diagonal Tweed Trousers, with side seams and cross pockets .H w „ „ „ with Cross Pockets and Spring Bottoms O A A case or two of Gent's New Clothing in Black and Colored Fancy Cloth Suits, &c., as samples. Ph ri _ N.B. —In addition to the above, 11. H. has one of the largest and best Stocks of Drapery and Clothing in Auckland, all of which will be sold at a great sacrifice. R. HCJI3 BS, UPPER QUEEN AND WAKEFIELD STREETS. j



! MEDICAL. NOTICE OE EEMOYAL. ME. A. M. WILLIAMS BEGS to inform his Friends and Patrons, that ho has Removed his Dispensary from Hobson street (where be has been for the last six years) to 215, Queen street, opposite the City Hall. December 22. MES. M, JOHNSTONE , ' IS now Clearing Out, at a great reduction, her Stock of Millinery and Drapery, to make room for a shipment of foreign goods daily expected. Shortland street, opposite Winks and Hall's. SUMMER FASHIONS THE MISSES MILNE HAVE now open a well* assorted and Fashionable Stock of Millinery and Straw Goods I ' Feathers, Flowers, Lace Goods j Head-dresses, Dress Caps j, Silk Jackets, in the latest shapes Also, Lace Mantles and Jackets, Silk and Dress Materials A choice lot of Fringes and Gimp Trim* mings. 37, WYNDHAM STEEET, Corner of Albert-street. FRUIT AND POTATOE STORE, High Street. THE undersigned has always on hand :— First-class Potatoes, Fruit, &c, at the lowest market prices. A fine lot of Okanges and Apples on hand. Goods Stored and Removed at lowest rates. N.B.—All goods .purchased at the above Store delivered free of charge. Terms; Cash. H. CANHAM.



SINGER'S CELEBRATED NOISELESS SEWING MACHINES. THE Undersigned having been appointed Sole Agent in Auckland province for the sale of the above Machines, begs to call l the attention of Families, Tailors, Bootmakers, Saddlers, and Dressmakers to the same, and respectfully solicits their favours. Tho excellence of these Machines, which are so well known in the Colonies, needs no com ment ; each Machine will hem, braid, cord, tuck, quilt, fell, trim and bind, and silk twist; linen or cotton thread can be used to make its beautiful and perfect lock-stitch. PRICES. Family Machines complete, with extras from 10 guineas. Manufacturing ditto, from 16 guineas. EDWD. H. FEATON, Agent, 99, Shortland*. street, Auckland. N.B.—Repairs exeouted promptly. Needles springs, oils, shuttles, and bobbins always on hand. THE FAVOURITE FAMILY MACHINE LOCK-STITCH FOR HAND OR FOOT. THE attention of Families wanting a good and cheap Shuttle Machine is called to inspect tbe shipment just arrived, and on sale at the Undersigned. For simplicity, dura bility, and beauty, tbey are second to none. Stitch alike on both sides; can be operated by a child, and are particularly adapted for all family sewing and dress-making; will hem, gather, braid,, tuck, and bind. Price, with extras complete, ready for working, 8 pounds. EDWD. H. FEATON, 99, Shortland-street, Auckland. , 9 N.B.—AII kinds of Sewing Machines effi ciently repaired. Needles, shuttles, bobbins, springs, and oil on hand. '



CHRISTMAS PRESENTS AND NEW [YEAR'S GIFTS, AT MONTAGUE'S EANCY BAZAAR, QUEEN S/TREET. rp H E LARGEST STOCK OE FANCY GOODS In the Australian Colonies to select from, all recently imported from England and the Continent, And which the Proprietor intends to offer to the public during the Holidays, at UNPEECEDENTEDLY LOW PEICES. i To prevent disappointment, an early call is solicited by those- desirous of inspecting our latest French and German Novelties, which are of a class superior to any yet imported into the colonial market. We have now open, and ready for sal© :— Tea and Coffee Sets, Tea Pots Butter Coolers, Sugar Basins Cake and Card Baskets Candlesticks Both Pillar and Chamber Biscuit Boxes Cruet and Pickle Frames Spoons, Forks, Centres, &g. Rogers' and Harrison Brothers ' Superior Table-and Pocket CUT LERY Meerschaum and Wooden Pipes Cigar Cases, Tobacco Jars Lock Stitch Sewing* Machines With or without Tables Musical Boxes and New Musical Instruments The New Polorama and Graphoscope, Pronounced by the English Press as the greatest optical delusion of the age Gold Brooches, Earrings, Lockets, . Necklets, Studs, Links, &c. All made in the Colonies, at greatly reduced prices The Latest Novelties in Jet, Vulcanite, Inlaid Shell, Agate, and Alumi num Jewellery An immense assortment to select from. 600 Workboxes, filled complete, from 5s each 250 Writing Desks, from 4s each 720 Photographic Albums, from Is each 300 Ladies' Fitted Companions, from 2s 6d each 2,750 Ladies' and Gents' Purses, from 6d to 10s each 1,800 Pairs Bohemian Glass and China Vases, many of them exquisitely painted, from 2s to 140s pair 325 Pairs Bohemian Glass Cut LusTEES, from 12s 6d to 100s. per pair 100 Pairs Toilet Bottles, from 2s pair 500 Silvered Glass Goblets, at Is 6d eaoh 200 Clocks, from 163 to 100s each 750 Concertinas of the latest^designs, from 7s 6d to 100s each 600 Dozen Crying, China, Wax, and Leather Dolls, from 6<j to 60s each Rocking Horses, Wheelbarrows, Horses, Carts, Drums, Tambourines, Bats, Tool Chests, Paint Boxes, and every de scription of Toys nWufactured A very large assortment of Fancy Goods, conisting of an endless variety of useful and ornamental presents ; the entire comprising an assortment which is universally acknowledged unequalled in the Southern Hemisphere. .-*.> The Proprietor of MONTAGUE'S FANCY BAZAAR takes this oportunity of thanking the public of the Province of Auckland for the very liberal support that has been awarded him during the past six years, and begs to intimate that owing to that extensive patron age he has been induced to purchase largely oi every description of Fancy Goods, in order to-, meet the wants of all classes. The trade supplied at a moderate advance on home cost. *'; ; _ ' ■. ' Goods delivered dailj in any part of the town and suburbs, . : --■-'"■ • *-■ -' *---:- I—L^__» M - i -^-^-g-i



CHRISTMAS PRESENTS! SPECIAL NOTICE. HENRICH KOHN, JEWELLEE, ETC., Q U E E N ■ S T E E E T, T)EGS to draw the attention of the public to a quantity of , . CHEISTMAS PEESENTS (received ex mail), specially selected for this season of the year. These Goods will be found unsurpassed in beauty, design, and workmanship: 1 To meet the times, and to place it within the reach of everyone desirous of making pres sents, H.K. has determined to dispose of these "goods at the smallest possible margin for profit. NOTE THE ADDEESS— JHEISTMCH KOHN, QTJE EN STREET. THIS NEW YEAR ALL WHO DESIEE FINEST CURRANTS, EAISINS, GENE EA L GE,OCE EIE S , AND CHOICE TEAS, All of which vrill.be sold at PEICES that . • .. will give satisfaction, should call AT THE PEOPLE'S TEA WAREHOUSE, : 252, Queen-Stbeet, Auckland. TEAS EOR THE MILLION. FRENCH & CO. Invite special attention to their celebrated TEAS!!! No I—Congoul—Congou Tea, 2s Od per lb . No 2—Fine Tea 2s 6d per lb No 3—Rich Pekoe, Full flavoured Tea 3s Od per lb No 4—Finest Quality 3s 6d per lb THESE TEAS are a mixture of the finest importation of the season, selected with great care. 2d per lb discount on 6 lbs of No 2 lea, and 3d per lb on 61b3 of Nos 3 and 4 Teas. FINEST CUEEANTS AND EAISINS, AT 6d. PEE LB. All General Groceries sold at the LOWBST ebice. ' Orders promptly executed. Goods delivered $iW Bemembee the Addbess :— FRENCH & CO., FAMILY GROCERS, The People's Tea Warehouse, 252, Queen-Stseet, , (Corner of Wakefield-street, Auckland.) ESTABLISHED, 1860. AUCKLAND CONSUMERS' TEA COMPANY. LIST OF PRICES. FINE SOUCHONG 3s Od Kaisow Congou 2s 6d Good Strong Family do 2s Od CHRISTMAS FRUITS. Figs Is 4d per box Muscatels, 10 to Is per lb Good Eleme Raisins, 6d to 6Jd per lb Fine Patras Currants, 6d to 6idper lb All kinds of Groceries equally cheap. E. .0. M t OHO LIS, . 215, Queen stbeet, (Immediately opposite the City Hall.) DEVONPOET, NORTH SHORE. ED U C A T I O N. MR. HENRY WORTHINGTON (Trained and Certificate Master) of the Devonport District School, has vacancies i for a few Boarders. ■The course adopted by Mr AjYor thing ton onsures to all pupils a sounlß/ommercial * Education. Terms on^application. iThe Members *of SOTOING CLASSES are. r informed thaj|^~ n^*^a wi&4te resumed o» Januarys^, v f^Nß?fcl_2_-^» ii^iMMttiliHitfl