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VAUXHALL GARDENS.

j-.iL-iu pre^y gardens, situated near the Cheltenham beach, IN'orth Shore, were visited by a large number of picknickers yesterday, and its well-laid out walks and shady nooks were alive with pleasure seekers, whose kitsfull of substantial viands were flavoured with seasonable plates of strawberries and cream supplied by the owner of the gardens. The Auckland Tem perance Drum and Fife Band played during the day, and dancing, French tig, and other open air sports were indulged in, the swings in various parts of the gardens not being neglected. Many Auckland people are totally unacquainted with the existance of these pretty grounds, which are equalled by none in the neighbourhood of the city As they become better known they must gain popularity. °

CHIEF POST-OFFICE, AUCKLAND.

Mails will Clobx as Under :— For Thames, to-day, at 5.50 p.m., and on Monday, at 10.30 a.m. and 5.30 p.m. For Levuka (Fiji), per Star of the South, on Monday, at 1 p.m. For Tamnaki and Southern Provinces, per Taranakl, • on' Monday next, at 2 p.m. For Russell, Wangaroa, and Mongonui, per Kowena, on Monday, at 3 p m. For Whitiangi, Tairua. Tanranga, Opotiki and Napier, via Tauranga, per Southorn Cross, on Tuesday, 30th in»t., at 3 p.m. (Signed) S. B. Bias. Chief Postmaster.

BIRTH.

Holland.- on December 26, at Sunnia Brae, Taka puna, the wife of Mr G. B. Holland of a ion.

DEATHS.

Isaaos.—On December 26, at Eden Cresc*nt, Mabel Florence, youngeit daughter of Edward and Dinah Isaacs; aged 5 rears. LoDait.—On December 26, Anna, the beloved wif« of William F. Lodge, Esq.of Emerald Villa, Brighton, and formerly of Coleraln Houie, County Tipperary, Ireland.

The funeral will leave her late residence for St. Stephen's Cemetery on Sunday at three o'clock. Doull - At George-street, Dedwood, on the 25th instant, John Montelth third aon of James Currie and Agnes Doull; aged twelve months

The Evening Star: WITH WHICH ARE INCORPORATED The Evening News and the Morning News

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1873.

For the cause that lacks assistance, For the wrong that needs resistance, For the future in the distance, And th« (rood that we can do

The leading objects of industrial and art ex hibitions which of late years have become exceedingly popular in every part of the •ivilized world is the stimulation and ens couragement of native genius and labour. The idea, so beautifully revived in these days, was encouraged and patronised by the ancient Greeks, and faint semblances and foreshadowings may be traced in the history of other lands. Men have always had crude conceptions of the combination of the useful and beautiful, which cannot be separated any more than sunset radiance can be separated at eventide from the wild breast of the moun tain. It is so ordered by Divine Providence that the lovely and useful shall go hand in hand together that the senses may be gratified and society substantially served. To foster and stimulate habits of industry and encourage honeist emulation among workmen form the idea developed in the Mechanics' Institute Exhibition, which is now open to the public of this city. It is not enough that a mechanic should be simply a mere workman—he should endeavour to become an artist, and .a lecturer if need be on the particular work to -which his day time and energies are devoted. We know that in Prance, Germany, and Italy a workman takes a pride and pleasure in his vocation. He approaches his work with move of the true artist feeling—at least so we have thought—than the English me chanic, although the work of the latter may be of the more enduring character. A Parisian tailor who makes a coat which does not fit his customer will rarely allow the garment to pass out of his hands ; he would rather suffer loss and make another in vindication of his talent, his honor, and lis sense of artistic beauty. Nothing can be more degrading to the, true workman than badly executed work upon which mind has not had due influence. He knows such to be a mistake because it has excited no honest emulation, and consequently affords no satisfaction. Men in these times should not be expected to work like convicts, who go through a hopeless routine of task-work, putting forth their utmost

strength to achieve the meanest results* We know that Benevento Cellini tcok Jt pride in his gorgeous vases • Wedgwood was proud of his famous ware, Quentin Matsys of his superb iron work and pictures ; Pallissy, the potter, of his discoveries ; Stephenson of his loco motive, and scores of others off their inventions because of the beauty, the open ings for taste, and the opportunities for "the silent expression of feeling and exercise of fancy which such labours afforded. '' What ever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might," is an injunction which every work man should lay to heart, for" that is the secret of all success. In painting a picture, shaping a pot, grinding a knife, framing an umbrella, making a box, working in a gar den, setting type, or in binding a book, the source of satisfaction is one and the same. It is the realization of an ideal, and the man who can conscientiously say to himself "I have done my work weil," is an artist as well as a workman ; one who takes pleasure in his work, and adds somewhat to the dignity of labour. Our exhibitions of art, skill, machinery, floriculture, and of everything which tends to improve public taste, destroy false pride, and raise mankind in the scale of being, stimulates virtuous action, and serves the true interests of humanity.

The petty thieves which infest the neigh bourhoods of Freemans' Bay, Ponsonby and Franklin roads have been busy this Chriat mas among the geese, and on Christmas eve numbers of these seasonable birds were stolen from the Freemans' Bay creek. One lady, who had liberally divided her geese among her customers, lost her remaining three in this way. We understand that the prince of these sneaking innovators is known, and will, it is expected, appear once.more before the public in the Police Court.

The associated carpenters and joiners of Auckland will hold a meeting for general business on Monday evening next at the Young Men's Christian Association.

The Electric Star Variety Troupe appeared in Onehunga on Christmas eve before a crowded audience, and added another to their list of successes The gymnastic feats of the Brother Jocebelyn met with enthu siastic applause. We fancied Mr Lovell not quite at home in his delivery of "The Death of Nelson,''the want of rehearsal with the accompanying music being particularly noticeable. He however made up for it in his •• Life of an Actor," which fairly brought down the house. The dancing of Mai one and Barry however seemed to take the audience by surprise, and it was most voiceferonsly redemanded. The brass band, under the direction of Mr Londergan, added considerably to the success of the entertain ment.

The looked-for opening of the Methodist Free Church Chapel, Vincent-street, takes place to-morrow. There will be preached three sermons. At 11 a.m. by the Rev. G. H. Turner ; at 3 p.m. by the Rev. S. Bunn, and at G.MO p.m. by the Rev. A. Reid. This body has progressed ao rapidly since its organization (some eighteen months ago) that the building of a new chapel was com pulsory if the congregation was to be re tained. Tbe advanced wants of the people under Mr Turner are now to be amply satisfied by plenty of sitting room. The opening is eagerly looked for not only by the congregation, but by many friends of the cause, who will be present to show their practical sympathy.

The Auckland Scottish Volunteer Com pany's Ball will be held in the Choral Hall, %monds-street, on Thursday, January Ist, 1574. Dancing to commence at 9 p.m.—A. J. Horxe, Hon. Sec—[Adv.]

Mr L. Neumegcn will hold his periodical clearing-out sale of unredeemed pledges on Monday next, consisting of watches, brooches, rings, &c.

The little band of choristers associated with Sheridan-street Chapel performed a musical pilgrimage round the neighbourhood at break of day on Christmas morning, and made the air vocal with their voices and instruments. The result of their carollings amounted to thirty shillings, which will be added the fund for the purchase of an harmonium.

Divine services to-morrow (Sunday), at Newton Kirk, by Rev. Dr. Wallis, morning, " The Charity that covereth a multitude of sins;" evening, Lectures on the Apostles No. 6, "Simon Peter." At Lome-street Hall, by Samuel Edger, B.A.—morning, "One year of life;" evening, " Christ's return to a Last Judgment." United Methodist Free Church, opening services, morning, by Rev. G. H. Turner ; afternoon, Rev. S. Bunn, evening Rev. Alex. Reid. Services at the usual hours at Cook-street Christians Meet ing House, Wellesley-street Baptist Chapel, Newton Hall, Edwards-street, Rev. C. Waters, and Sheridan-Btreet, Primitive Methodists Chapel.

In referring a few days since to the appoint ment of Inspector Thomson, of the Armed Constabulary as "Licensing officer," under the Arms Act for the Auckland district, we •mitted to notice that a similar appointment had been conferred by his Excellency the Governor upon Sub-Inspector Bullen for the Thames district.

A large number of holiday-keepers atten ded at the Prince of Wales Theatre last evening to witness the attractive perform ances of the Queen's Variety Troupe. We had prepared a. long critique on the vocal abilities and characteristics of this excellent company, but must unavoidably defer our remarks until Monday. We may say, how ever that the programme of the Variety Troupe is carried out with fidelity, and the songs and selections executed in a highly praiseworthy manner.

The Bell-ringers' entertainment last even ing was immensely successful in allits phases. The imitation of the Scotch bagpipes on the hand-bells, and the " Blue Bells of Scotland" were exquisite and faultless, and the songs of Mr Verteh, as usual, were received with acclamations of pleasure. "Dr Brown's Dispensary "formed an appropriate conclusion to a first-class entertainment. We regret that our space precludes us from saying more on the excellent Lynch entertainment in our present issue.

We learn that the annual cricket match between the Rodney and United Cricket Clubs will take place at Mahurangi on tievr Year's day. The U. C. C. team will leave on Wednesday evening by one of Captain Citsey's steamers, specially laid on by him for the occasion.

The Royal Exhibition, City Hall, embrac ing the Gourlay Family entertainment, and the appearance of the wonderful dwarf, was crowned with signal success last evening. The museum, :jrith its treasure of art and discovery, was the subject of general obser vation to the hundreds that crowded the hall; but the great, all-absorbing attraction was the funny little Scotck dwarf. This miniature work of nature in the form of a man, with his songs and eccentricities,, cieated intense merriment, and his dancing M ras provocative of much laughter. Mr and Miss Gourlay enlivened the intervals with Scotch and English ballads, which elicited much applause and repeated encores. The exhibition throughout "the day and evening was crowded (almost uncomfortably so), evi dencing the sustained interest felt in Gour lay'n excellent exhibition,

TURF NOTES.

(By our Special Correspondent.)

Ik splendid weather, first-class attendance, capital management, and the presence of some of the best horses in training in the colony are the essentials of success in a race gathering, then the inauguration of the Turf Club's meeting yesterday may unhesi tatingly be pronounced a success. But we do not think the general opinion is that it was so. The sport was unmistakably flat, stale, and unprofitable, and looking at the amount of trouble and labour expended by Mr Jos. Bennett, the indefatigable secretary, and the managing committee, we are soiry to have to record the fact. The causes, how ever, were such that it was impossible for them to have provided against them. There has been so much chopping and changing, buying and selling, and change of ownership ri^ht up to the day of the meeting that the public were completely mystified and deter mined to withhold all investments on the different events. The unfortunate disquali fication of Kakapo was the final blow. While on this matter I cannot help noticing the honourable comhict of Mr Redwood. It is quite clear that that gentleman was as much taken by surprise at the horse's wrong entry as anyone. The meeting was an im provement in one respect. The horses were of a far superior class to those hitherto seen at Auckland meetings, and I trust next year we shall see both good horses and good sport. CIiANTICLKKfc.

THE TURF CLUB RACE MEETING.

Stewards : Mr Thomius Morrin Mr Joseph Banks Mr James Russell Captain Fraser Major George. JI'UGK : Judge Beckham. Start Kit : Mr liobert Wynvard." Clkkk of thr Course: Mr Thomas T.rown. Ha* dicaitkks : Mr Joseph Banks I Mr Joseph Bennett Major Oeotgo. Clerk of thr Scai.ks : Mr William Murks.

Smau, fikld.s and uninteresting racing characterised the opening day of the meeting. The course was in excellent order, and the weather beautiful. The first face was net for one o'clock. By that time nearly a,OOO people were on the .stand and course, and the show of vehicles inside and outside the ropes was very respectable. The visitors had mostly arrived by railway. Dnring the morning trains had run from Fort Tiritomart to Ellerslie, and this had proved, in addition to the races, an attraction to visitors. That not a single accident occurred during the day is sufficient evidence that proper measures were taken for the safety of pas sengers. The journey between the two stations was performed in about fifteen minutes, being a great saving of time, while the tare charged, 3s return ticket, including S admission to the course, was very reasonable. j While giving the officials credit for the | energetic way they did their arduous duties, jit -would be in their interest and that of the j public to point out a defect in their arrange- J ments which, if not rectified, is likely to "be ! productive of a serious accident. The police and railway attendants on the starting plat form under the Fort -were insufficient to keep | the people from the edge of the platform I Standing well to the rear themselves they I shouted out " stand back" with praiseworthy zeal, but the effect was simply "nil." The consequence was that those who were near the line had the greatest difficulty in keeping themselves from being pushed over the edge ef the platform by the press of those I behind. A temporary plat form was run up alongside the field adjoining the course, and visitors were enabled to alight from and join the train with comfort and ease. The catering at the Grand Stand was taken by Mr Corcoran, of the Greyhound Hotel, and was well managed for that gentleman by Mr A. Cairns. Several refreshment booths were open at the rear of the saddling paddock, and did a good trado during the afternoon. The Good Tomplars were not all in the Domain. Some were on the course, and to minister to their wants without exposing them to the tempting vicinity of the forbidden liquids two special Good Templar booths were opened. A provision tent " for ladies only " was also to be seen. Caoutchouc, the hairless horbe, was on view on the course, and attracted a large number of spectators. We are unable to use the stock phrase—there was the usual fun of the fair between the races, for we never recollect seeing a race meeting so utterly-devoid of anything of the kiad. Against the wall of the paddock wore a few enterprising gentlemen in the " three shots a penny " line, but they did not seem to do much of a stroke. The cardsharper and glib tongued gentry who conduct the thimble rigging and "over and under" business were conspicuous by their absence—the police evidently keeping much too sharp a look-out for the welfare of their little game. The first news on arriving at the course was that Mr Redwood had bought back all his horses from Mr E. Perkins, to whom he had •old them a few clays previously. The news was not so startling as it would have been, owing to a ready solution presenting itself in the overnight reported disqualifi cation of Kakapo for all his races owing to his being wrongly entered as a three year-old, instead of a four-year-old. The facts are somewhat singular. It appears that in the Southern provinces the racing year begins on the first of July, whereas in Auckland it commences iv August. Kapapo was foaled in July, 1368, ao that although at Canterbury ho could ran and win races at the last meeting as a three year-old, yet here he must be entered as a four-year-old. When Mr Perkins bought the horses he purchased them with all their engagements for £2,500. A slight difficulty occurred just before the bargain was concluded, Mr Redwood desiring to have in serted in the conditions of sale that Lurline ' •hould be returned to him at the expiration of eighteen months for £300. This Mr Perkins would not consent to, but the matter was at last amicably arranged by the latter gentleman agreeing to give Mr Red wood the refusal of the mare at the end of the time specified for breed ing purposes only for £400. The sale was then formally completed, and our townsman Avas congratulated upon having become the possessor of the best stud of racers in New Zealand. On Christmas Day a rumour prevailed -which was subsequently verified, that Mr Watt had entered a protest against Kakapo on the ground above stated. Early yesterday a meeting of the steward'B was held, and Mr Redwood was called as a witness to prove the horse's age. He affirmed it was true that the horse was foaled in July, and the result was that the committee decided that the animal wag disqualified for all his engagements. Such an unexpected blow naturally took Mr Perkins by surprise, and he very wisely resolved to put the matter into a solicitor's hands. Mr Redwood on hearing Df this, at once offered, in the most straightforward manner, to rescind the barjain, and to give Mr Perkins £250 over and above the purchase money in compensation for the trouble and

annoyance the contretemps had occasioned him, and as an earnest that there was no intention of besting on his part. No offer could be fairer, and it certainly exhibits Mr Redwood's conduct in the unfortunate affair in a very favourable light. It was accepted, Mr Perkins on his part stipulating that in justice to the public who had backed his horses his owu jockeys should ride them during the meeting, and that they should be run fairly and squarely on their merits. Betting during the after noon was very slack, and the bookmakers complained bitterly of their lack of employ ment. The graud-stand was very well idled. A large number of ladies occupied the balcony, and their toilettes showed to great advantage. The difficult task of keeping the course was entrusted to Sergeant-xVlajor Pardy and a posse of the Armed Constabulary. Their exertions were attended with suc cess until the last two events, when some mounted idiots who ought to have known better joined in the races and followed the horses some distance round. One slight accident is reported on the course, a man being knocked down by a horse. The injuries resulting were not serious. On the return by rail, as we have already said, no casualties occurred. On the road, however, one or two slight mishaps are mentioned. In one of these an upset, an eloquent gentle man well-known as a recent candidate for the Superintendency, came to grief with out however sustaining much hurt. The racing itself was poor. The Turf Cup and the Hack Race were the best of the day. Four starters came to the post for the open ing event. Tattler and Perfume, who were on the card, had been scratched prior to the meeting. Batter was made a strong favorite, and ah hough Derrett was obliged to declare 31b over-weight, she justified tne confidence reposed in her by winning easily from Mr McGee's Golden Crown. Only Calumny and Sultan appeared for the next rn-ce, and it was of course a guinea to a gooseberry on Mr Watt's slashing mare. The Turf Cup followed, and gave rise to the only specu lation which took place during the day. This would have been grea'er had not a rumour been about that Mr Redwood had bought his horses back for Mr Watt. It was also currently reported that Mr Walters had sold Yatterina in the saddling paddock. These changes and anticipated changes paralyzed the market, and numbers who would otherwise have backed their fancy drew in their horns. Black Eagle, Yatterina, and Papapa appeared in the paddock some time before Mr Watt's pair. They were scanned by an eager crowd. Black Eagle looked about as well as usual. His near (lank shewed slight aign.s of the accident he met with a few days ago, but it did not «eem to affect his moving. His cobby appearance did not induce many to make him their selection, Yatterina moved with a light springy step, which told well for her healthful condition, though on a small scale, and not shewing much quality. She had a hardy wear and tear look, and it was known the distance would not stop her. She had evidently undergone a careful preparation, and many backed her at the last moment. The price at which she started is somewhat uncertain from this cause. At one part of the ring 3 to 1 was procurable, while in others as little as G to 4 was offered. Papapa no sooner made his bow to the to the spectators in the enclosure, than he was the theme of universal admiration. As far as looks were concerned he alone was in it. A description of this splendid animal has been lately given in these columns, and need not be repeated. Suffice it to say he looked as fit as hands could make him—a little too fine some said—and quite outshone his companions in the saddling pa«l.Wk. The only animal at all approaching L'ap.ipa in appearance was Hatred, who. with Mr Watts' other string,- Parawhenua, walked into the ground only a short time be fore the time for weighing in. The old mare showed grand quality, and in condition was fine as a star. Parawhenua did not gain m»ny admirers. He looked leggy, and seemed to have grown in height since last year without thickening out. The first part of the raca was run at a slow pace. Yatter ina led for a short distance, but was pulled back nearly last. Papapa came through his horses three-quarters of a mile from home, and closely pressed by Mr Walter's mare up the straight won at the finish some what] easily by a length and a-half, Para whenua being third and Black Eagle last. The next race|was.a|complete farce, Calumny and Never Miss, a pair of Mr Watts', canter ing over for the Drapers' Purse, for which Slander and Kakapo had been scratched. A surprise turned up in the Prince of Wales Stakes. Long odds were betted on Mira, but old Bundarra shot out in the straight and won by a length. The events were brought off very punctually to time. The important business of weighing out and in was attended to with the greatest care by Mr W. Marks. Mr Wynyardhandled thostarter's flag in a manner that gave satisfaction to all. Judge Beckham gave his decisions with his accustomed magisterial impartiality ; while Mr Thomas Brown, as Clerk of the Course, and the Stewards, in their capacity, were as efficient as could be desired. Two gates were open for admission to and egress from the running ground. One faced the Harp of Erin Hotel in the Great South Road, and the other was the ordinary entrance in the side road to the north of the course, close to the Railway crossing. The crowd through, the clay was most orderly, and we did not hoar of one attempt at fleecing or welshing. The band of the Royals played some lively airs in the betting paddock between the races The following are the details of the running : —

Trial Stakes. —A Sweepstakes of 3 sots. each, with 50 soya added j entrance 2 sots. Distance, 1J mile. Mr H. Kedwood's b £ Batter (Ravensworth— Pancake), 3 yrs., 7st., carried 7st., 31bs. (R. Derrett) 1 Mr Offjn McGee's eh g Golden Crown, 51b. yrs., 9at 41ba. ... (Gooseman) 2 Mr J. Heath's Eclipse, 7 yrs., 9st. 6lbs (P. Heath) 0 Mr J. McGeehan's br g Nero, aged, 9st. Gibs (Conway) 0 Betting 3 to 1 on Batter. After a short delay at the post the flag fell to a capital start, the favourite having per haps a trifle the best of it. The race admits of very little description. Batter came away half a-mile from home, and won in a canter by three lengths. Time,2 mm. 23i sec. The winner declared 31bs. over weight." Railway Plate of 50 sots ; entrance 2 soys. Distance § mile. Mr J. Watt's eh m Calumny (Traducer —Gitana) 4 yrs., Sst., lllbs. ... (Ray) 1 Mr Kirkwood's blk g Sultan, aged, 9st 21ba (McCoy) 2 Betting, 20 to 1 on Calumny. The flag fell to the first attempt, and Calumny at once took a slight lead, but was held back by Ray. Sultan then went in with a lead of half a length, which he maintained till a hundred yards from home when Calumny was allowed her head, and went on, and won, pulling double by half a length.

Auckland Tuuf Club Cup.—A handicap sweepstake of 10 aovs each, with 200 sovb added ; second horsa to receive 25 soys, and third horse 10 soya out of the stakes. Distance, 2 miles. Mr H. Redwood's eh c Papapa (Ravens i worth—Waimea), 3 yrs., 7st. Slbs., (R. errett) ... <cc _ ~ tfi j

Mr W. Walters' b m yatterina, aged,

7st. 121bs. (O'Brien) Mr J. Watt's bg Parawhenua, 4 yrs., 7st,

9lbs. (Bremner) ... Mr .1. Watts' b m Hatred, G yrs., Sst

lOlbs. (Ray) 0 Mr A. Standish's blk g Black Eagle, aged, Ist. olbs. (Sutherland) ... ... 0

Betting. 3 to 2 on Papapa ; 2 to 1 each against Yatterina and Hatred : 7 to 1 against Parawhenua ; 10 to 1 against Black Eagle.

The Hag fell to a straggling 3tart, Yatterina getting the best, and Papapa the worst of it. After a short distance had been traversed Mr Walter's mare was pulled back, nnd Parawhenua went on with the running at a moderate pace. Past the stand for the first time Mr Watt's gelding was still in corn-

mand, going with a fine easy stride. Yatterina lay second close up, followed by Hatred, Papaya, and Black Eagle, who thus early seemed outpaced. Going round the norbL turn the favourite who ran in Mr Perkins' colours, and with Mr Perkina' jockey, improved his posi tion and took third place. At the cutting Yatterina and Papapa closed with Para whenua, who, however, ran with great game ness and stuck to their quarters after being passed by the pair at the turn for home. Entering the straight the race was for a moment in doubt, as Yatterina on the out side was goiii£ well, and O'Brien was sitting pc«"eetly ••Mil in the sa< die. Half-way, how ever, Papapa began to draw out. Yatl erina's jockey now went to work and rod« a fine race home, but the Southerner was too much for him and always having a bit the best of it the favorite increased his lead in the last fifty yards, and won by a length and a-half. Time : 3 mm. 45 sec. Drapers' Purse. —A handicap sweepstake of 4 soys each with 50 soys added ; en trance, 2 soys. Distance, lh miles. Mr J. Watt's eh m Calumny (Traducer- Gitana), 4 yrs. 9st ... ... (Ray) 1 Mr J. Watts b g Never Miss, 4 yrs. 7st. ofts. .. .., ... (Bremner) 2 This race, if it can be called so, needs no comment. The pair cantered to the finish, when Calumny, who had been behind, went in a winner by a quarter of a length. Prixce oe Wales Stakes (Selling Ptace). — A sweepstake of 3 soys each, with 40 soys added ; (winner to be sold.) Distance, 1 mile. Mr R.J Wynyard's b g' Bundarra, by Kelpie (£2O), aged, 7st. Slbs. (Lyford) 1 Mr E. Perkins' b g Miri (£4O), 4 yrs. Sst. libs (Southerland) 2 The flag fell to a capital start. Each lead ing alternately the first half of^the distance was traversed. At the cutting the favorite took a slight lead, but was joined by Bundarra in coming into the straight. A slashing race now ensued, both jockeys riding all they knew. Finally the non favorite won by half a length amid great cheering. Hack of 10 soys. Entrance 1 soy. For all untried horses. Catch weights. One mile. Mr Slander's Pacific,, mare (Gill) ... 1 Mr Morrison's Wizard (Lyford) ... ... 2 Mr Wynyard's Sam, and Mr Hardington's Long Drive also ran. Sam and the winner were the favorites at Gto 4. A good race won by half a length. THIS DAY. The second day's races commenced at one o'clock to-day. The attendance on the course was much smaller than on the previous day, and many who would have gone out in the afternoon were prevented by the irregular running of the trains, which were discon tinued at the time of day when a large number of people would have been leaving town for Ellerslie.

The racing was not awifc more spirited, or the wagering more general than on the first day. The utmost punctuality was again observed in bringing off the several events on the There was not the slightest attempt at fun or hilarity. The following notice was put up after the first raco :—Papapa was struck out of the New Zealand Cup at 1.45. p.m. Ben Nevis was scratched for the Flying stakes at 1.50 p.m.

(PER PIGEON EXPRESS.) The Inkeepers' Purse.—A handicap sweepstake of 5 soys. each, with 100 sots. added ; second horse to receive 15 soys. from the stakes ; entrance, 3 aovs. Distance— li miles. Mr Robert Ray's b m Hatred, 6yrs., Sst. 121bs ... .. i Mr Walter's b m Slander, aged, Sst. ... 2 Major Walmsley's b m Atalanta, syrs. "St. 0 Mr H. Redwood's eh c Papapa, 3yrs., Sst. 0 Mr Robert Ray's eh m Calumny, 4yrs. 9at. q Only two horses started for this race. Hatred took the lead and kept it. Slan der challenged in the straight, but was shaken off and Hatred won by a length. Flying Stakes.—A sweepstakes of 3 soys. each, with 30 soya. added. Entr»ase, 1 soy. Distance, half a mile. , '"■" - } Mr R. Ray's b m Hatred, 6 yrs, 3st. 121b. 1 Mr E. Perkin's b g Miri, 4 yrs, Sst-r Illb. 0 Mr R, Ray's eh m. Calumny, 4 yrs, Sst. 1 lfc. 0 Mr Win, Walters' b g Slander, a., Sst. 121 V. 0 MrWm. Walters'bgßenNevis,a,, Sst. 121b. 0 Hatred walked over. The crowd hooted and hissed, and seemed inclined to make a disturbance. Mob abused Mr Hardington who was assisting starter. Thb New Zealand Cup.—A Handicap 'Sweepstakes of 10 soys. each, with 200 soys. added; second horse to receive 25 soys. from the stakes. Distance—l miles. Mr W. Walters' b m Yatterina, a«ed, 7st. 1 libs. ... ° .' i 'Mr Robert Ray's eh m Calumny, 4 yrs 9 st. 0 lb ... 2 Major Walmsley's b m italanta, 5 vrs G st. 6 lbs , 3 Mr H. C. Young's g c Tattler, 3 y'rs.'G st. albs q Mr Robert Ray's b m Hatred, *6 yrs.', Sst. 71bs. ... ... ~ q Mr A. Standish's blk g Black" Eagle' aged, .6st. lOlbs ..' 0 MrH. Redwood's eh c Papapa, 3 yrs. 0 Sst. ... ... ... * q Mr J. AVatt's b g Parawhenua, 4 vrs. 7st Gibs '~ .' o This was a splendid race witk the first two horses. Yatterina got off with a start and made a 1!11^11^ at a good pace > Atalanta lying last. At the last turn Calumny joined issue, and a, splendid race ensued. Yatterina winnin % by a head. The general opinion was that1 Lalumny would win by a neck. Betting even on Calumny and Yatterina. ° Consolation Handicap. — A Handicap Sweepstakes of 3 soys. each, with 40 soys added.—Distance : 1 mile.

Parawahenua mtm M# j Black Eagle ... * 2 Hack kace.—lo sov3. Entrance, i soy! For all untried horses. Distance, 1 mile. Post •itries.

RACES AT HELENSVILLE.

Mr Motion's valuable bay horse, after running in one of the races, fell down dead.

THE EXHIBITION.

me juctustnaJ and Fine Arts Exhibir was opened last evening by Hia H tlo^ Superintendent in the presence of £ V 1 * ship the Mayor, who filled the ehd, T members of the committee andann '•, c able number of visitors. The c" hiMK not exactly in the order that il^fe 1? Monday in consequence of the shm+J bjr the time allowed to the committee i^S of out the exhibits, some of whicj^d actually arrive until yesterday a fteL* Ot The Secretary, Mr Chappell, and the S mute, have been most earnest, and W* have worked early and late toccomp ete X Exhibition *nd we must in all fairaeu B tat! that they have succeeded beyond ourW P tations The exhibits Were tJJSR arranged, and gave great satisfaction 1 few minutes before .seven His Honor tl,t Superintendent, his lady and family arrive? a so his Worship the Mayor and genSS of the committee, and exactly at seven W AVovsliajp an a neat and appropriate speech introduced his Honor, who proceeded to read bis opening address, but which owi net ° the noise of the machinery in the comnart ment it was impoasibl* to hear, although evidently delivered in a clear and diatSS manner The address was * retrosp^ and in truth a succinct history of the AnX land Mechanics' Institute from its forma tion to the present time. As soon as His Honor had concluded his address the rl porter of the Herald solicited the JnanuacriDt which was at once handed to him Aw minutes had scarcely elapsed when up stem the genial mb-editor of the Cross, in expectation of the coveted manuscript, but unfortu nately for the readers of that journal our friend was just m time to be behind It was a sight to be remembered—that imploring look, met by the peculiarly satisfactorl smile of the reporter who had pocketed the M. S., and wboassured his friendthatit should be duly heralded forth to the great public on Monday next. His Honor having declared the Exhibition duly opened, the splendid Eoval V olunteer Band (No. 1) struck up "Gcd Save the Queen." The visitors then commenced to inspect the numerous exhibits all neatlr •rranged in order and with taste. , On enter ing the first object that strikes the eye is the fountain in full play, the gold and silver fish, and the beautiful fresh plants surrounding ' it erected by Mr Blakie of Victoria-street We noticed a so some beautifully executed marble representations of mythological ideas and the superb New Zealand wood-work of Messrs Seuffert, wrought into tables. elove boxes, and drawing-room articles, which were among the richest and most beautiful things in the exhibition, and serve to show what wealth of beauty He in our .New Zealand woods waiting only for the skill of the workman artist to brine it 11^th^ homf, s of settlera- The contribution of the Parnell orphan boys ahould not be overlooked in the form of several mats very ingeniously worked. Close by there were a quantity of hair ornaments, wrought by Mrs Sceats, and nicely mounted by Mr Kohn jeweller, Queen-street. Mrs Sceats exhibited also a very neat vase of shell flower* a very interesting curiosity. Some capital specimens of wool work, in flowers, by Miss Heighway a vase of flowers, in hair, by Miss Teutea berg, and a picture, in ha-r, by Miss Bretton were much admired for 'their artistic beautyJSand finish. JMr Gilman, of One hunga, contributed fine samples of wool work, consisting of hassocks, rugs, &c. Mrs Craig a case of raw silk and a % hank of, home-spun silk. Mrs Swanson several curiously -wrought Maori rugs. Mrs Sloane, a fine piece of embroidery work; some beautiful ottomans of wool made by the daughters of Captain Casey, also several fine cushions by Miss Casey. Miss J«nkh> son contributes a wool-worked parrot. We noticed further, in the wool department, an excellently worked picture of "Mary Queen of Scots "in the act of confession; a hunch of flowers by Miss Richardson, and other curiosities in cotton and wool. Mr Ire land contributes nineteen different orna ments in leather illustrative of wild flowers, acorns, &c. A number of beautiful engravings and lithographic views were presented by his Honor the Superintendent, Mr Schmidt, Bishop Cowie, and Messrs Holland Butler; also an album of stamps of all nationi, quite a curiosity, by Mr Marks, specimens of job printing from the office of the Evening Star, and Hopcraft and Co., of the Thames. Our local artists (excepting Messrs Symoni and Eastwood) have contributed to the picture department. We observed the namei of Hannaford, Wright, Martin, Arnold, Hoyte, Warner, Bartley and Drummond attached to pictures of undoubted merit. Mr Leigh White contributed two sea views, one of Bamborough Castle, the scene of Grace Darling's adventure, and the other of the Dutch Coast. [We shall continue our notice from day to day as space will permit.]

POLICE COURT.— Wednesday (Con tinued.)

(Before Thomas Beckham, Esq., R.M.) CHARGE aVGAIXST THE DOCTOR OF

T.HE SHIP CHILE.

Elizabeth P* .rtingtos was next called, and deposed that M r Vesey was of a quarrelsome disposition frojs the time of her coining on ty?^r<*» and that there was no unnecessary violence used in handcuffing and fastening her to the capstan. Samuel Hodgson, second officer, aasisted in restraining Mrs Vesey, who was vt ry violent, and flew at Mrs Wall. The awning was placad over her within ten minutes of her captain The doctor looked an, and did not .forcibly open her hands, or he muat have seen the alleged act. An investigation took place on board at the suit of Sa-wdlle.

His Worship remarked that in const quence of the voluminous nature of the evidence, it would not be politic to pronounce judgment at once, and with that view the decisions aust be postponed in order that it might be ci irefully considered.

Mr Hesketh intimated that his clie nt wm in an unfortim ate position, and had ext lausted his means idi defending the actioi i, and although a considerable sum was due to him from the Government he could not receive it until the close of the investigation. Mr Brook*field applied that defend ant be held to bail..

Mr HesUeth hoped under the Ciiroum stances th^t bail would not be exactod, and especially so the doctor was determined to see the. matter <xnt. The Court conside^d that the amount due to defeD.dant was sufficient security for hia appearance.

The case was therefore adjourned until Tuesday next, when judgment will bo pro nounced.

THIS DAY.

Be. f<> re Thomas Beckhara, Esq., E. JI.

DRUNKENNESS,

George > Craig was lined 20s and costs, aud Robert Gv ai T ips and costs, for being dyunk on Saturd. V night. Stanley Quigley and Peter Johns on> charged with the same offanee, forfeited thei ▼ bail.

STEALING BOOTS. \ "?f Christina W. \lson, an old hand but young in years, was eh arged with stealing four pairs of ladies' boots «he having snci. property hi her possession, an d being able to account for the same. \

Remanded untiLtiext Tuesday, a

Tfil BTBNING STAR, SATURDAY, DECBMBBE 27 1878



Q A TT T I 0 N. O L S O N'S TOMATO S A TT C E T,,,^ noisseur3 Pronounce this Sauce to be the BIST for general use in households, and, in con sequence of its high reputation, som» unprincipled persons have been induced to Collect Empty Bottles bearing the manufacturer's name stamned thereon and pass the same off as "Olson's Universal Tomato Ms UCTPa™* *v??^ or f hI S i]i c°nsequence caused his TRAm, MARK to bo Eegistered under the provisions of the "Trade Marks Act, 1866" and proceedings will be taken against such persons as may forge or counterfeit such mark. The public are cautioned to ASK I'OR OLSON'S SAUCE ana see that the name is Stamped on Bottle and stopper, sad wrapped round with his weU-Vnown label.



& H. 0 O O X E CABINETMAKERS & UPHOLSTERERS, 148,Q1T F, E W STREET, Hate otf Sale at Very low Prices Iron Bedsteads Walnut Cheffonniers Toilet Glasses Mahogany Too Tables Chimney Glasses, Gilt Walnut Suites Perambulators, Superior Cedar & Mahogany Suites Music stools Feather Beds Walnut Card Tables Feather Bolsters & Pillows Walnut Canterbury* Toilet Ware "Walnut Whatnots Matting & Door Mats Walnut Worktables Flax, Fibre, & Flock Mat- Walnut Centre Tahles tresses Walnut Occasional Tables Hair & Spring Mattresses Office and Hall Tables Straw Palliassei Venetian Blind 3 Kitchen Furniture Meat Safes, &c, &c. Parlour and Dining-room Suites (6 Chairs, 2 Easy Chairs, and Couch) in Leather Cloth, Hair 91oth, *c., from Ll2 Imitation Walnut Drawing-room Suites in Damask Hep, &c , from Ll2 12s Cane-seated Chairs, 40s, 455. 5Js, and 60s per half dozen American Cane and Wond seated Chairs, in variety Socking and Folding Chairs. JJ^". O W OPENED, EX HYDABPES, A MAGNIFICENT ASSORTMENT OP CHILDREN'S, GIRLS' AND LADIES' TUSCAN, LEGHORN, & STRAW HATS, MEN'S & BOYS, DITTO DITTO, VERY CHEAP. SILK SUNSHADES. MUSLIN COLLARETTES LACE TIES Etc, Etc., Etc. GENTLEMEN'S SUMMER CLOTHING, BOYS' & YOUTHS' DITTO. A CHOICE LOT OF BOYS' KNICKERBOCKER SUITS IN VARIOUS MATERIALS & STYLES, ALPACCA COATS (BLACK & COLORED) •WHITE DRESS SHIRTS, Etc., Etc., Etc. RUSHBROOK & BRIDGMAN, Wholesale and Retail Drapers, Clothiers Ao JUNCTION DRAPERY WAREHOUSE, (Opposite the Army and Navy Hotel,) Upper Queen-street,, Auckland. /&■ N.B.— Parties in the country favouring R. &- B. with their orders may depend upon their receiving careful atten tion and despatch. Patterns, &c, forwarded post ree. [Established 1864.] Pi STEP HENS ON & CO.'S OELEBRAT'ED COFFEES, "EXHIBITION BRAND" " EAGLE BRAND " "CROWN BRAND." Are to be procured at all respectable Grooehs and Storekeepers throughout the Province of Auck and. D.. STEPHENSON & CO. wyndham sltbeet' Auckland QHEISTMAS PEESENTS AND NEW TEAR'S GIFTS, FROM FIVE TO TWENTY-FIVE PER CENT DISCOUNT. H -■<■; R. BECK, EWELLER AND WATCHMAKER, Will supply JEWELLERY, WATCHES, CLOCKS, &c, FOR CHRISTMAS PRKSENTS AND NEW. YEAR'S GIFTS, At a Reduction or fi to 26 per cbst. Discount. J!. —All Good* marked In plain flgurw, and ranteed. 108, QUEEN-STREET. 1



"y^AIKATO COALS (the best in use for Household purposes). For Sale in s to suit buyers at the Timber Yard Government Wharf, Onehunga. Orders can be left at the office. JAMES W. WALLER, Custom House-street, Auckland. pHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS. J. CO'SGRAVE & CO. Are now holdingrtheir usual CHEAP SALE OF DRAPERY & CLOTHING At their Premise* CANADA BUILDINGS. THE SALE IS NOW OV, And will continu* during tha CHRI.STMAS HOLIDAYS. J. COSGRAVE & CO. Queen street. UNION BANK OF AUSTRALIA [Established 1837.] paid-up capital £1250 000 reserve fund £400,000. A REGISTER of Shares in this Bank is now Open at the CHRISTCFIURCH BRANCH, and evei-y facility is afTorded by the Bank for tbe purchase of Shares in London fortransfer to the said Register. The terms upon which Money can be transmitted for this purpose ciin bo ascertained on application to the Manager, at the Bank's Offices, QTJEKN STREET AUCKLAND. ' The last Dividend was at the rate of 13 per cent, per annum, and was paid in the Colonies on receipt oMelegraphic advice of its declaration. JOSH. PALMER, Chief Officer for New Zealand. Christen nrch, Cth October, 1573. INSURANCE. THE NATIONAL FIRE AND MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND PROTECTS Insurers against Lops from either Fire or Sea disasters at Lowest Rates or Premium. Advantageous arrangements can be made whereby Wool-growers and others can have their Clips covered from Sheep's back through to London. Open Policies are issued by this Company covering Merchandise to any amount to New Zealand and Australian ports, saving both trouble and expense to Insurer?. By a simple plan also Importers can Insure In Auckland Merchandise coming to them from United Kingdom, and all settlements in event of loss can be made with the office here, thus avoiding the vexatious delay attending adjustments in England. Auckland Branch Offices: 25, Queen gtr«et. ANDREW G. MILLAR, Local Manager.



Coffee.—Brown, Barrett, & Co.'s Standard Coffee 5s both delicious and strong. Brown, Barrett, & Cos. Excelsior Coffee deserves preference to any coffee i n account of purity and distinctness of flavour. Note he brands. Sold at almost every grocery establish ment in town and province.-[Advt?]