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Miscellaneous. UAMTTEL BAETONand GEOEGE *^ BARTON, both formerly of Manchester, may hear of something to their advantage by addressing Messrs Withington. Petty, and Boutflower, Solicitors, Manchester. Samuel was at Geelong on the 10th of January. 1872, and at Ballarat on the 23rd of April, 1572, and may have gone to Claverton Station, Warrego River. Queensland. George was at the Thames Goldfleids, near Auckland, New Zealand, on the 25th April, 1870. and may have gone to San Fran cisco or Mexico. Australian and New Zealand papers please copy. [Established A.D. 1864. THE CITY OF AUCKLAND Dyeing and Cleaning Establishment, richmond, and 18, shortland street, and Shortland, Thames. Office Hours:—From Ba.m. to 10 p ai. TjyiLLIAM EDGAE, whilst ■ * sincerely thanking the gentry and inhabitants of Auckland and its surroundings for the very liberal patronage accorded him du'ing the past eight years, oegs most respectfully to inform them that his new premises at Richmond are now completed, and being, as they are, on an extensive scale, and fitted with all the latest improvements, he is in a position to execute orders to any extent and in a manner superior to any other house in Auckland. W.E. solicits the ladies of Auckland to send their Silk and Union Velvets, Silk and Satin Dresses, &c, to be Cleaned, Dyed, and Finished. Ostrich Feathers Cleaned, Curled, or Dyed, in any shade or color. Gentlemen's Clothing Cleaned, Well-pressed, and neatly Repaired at a short notice. Blankets Scoured at 2s per pair. Sheepskins Cured, Cleaned, or Dyed. His stock of first-class Dyes are complete in all shades and colors, and all work entrusted to him will be under his immediate super vision and on an improved principle. Orders left at his City Establishment, Shortland street, will meet with prompt attention. Ladies and Gentlemen waited upon by leaving their address at the Shortland-street Depot.- William Eloar, Dyer and Cleaner, Short land street: Works : Richmond. WOOL PRODUCE, &c fpHE Undersigned will make Cash *■ Advances on Wool or other Produce consigned o their care for shipment to England. L. D. NATHAN & CO., SHORTLAND STREET, Auckland. VENETIAN BLINDS WIRE G\UZE, AND PEBFORATED ZINC BLINDS. /""lAN be had at the Auckland Venetian Blind V.J Manufactory, Shortlond-street, of any dimen sions, in any number, within a given time, of the BEST QUALITY, AND AT REASONABLE PRICES. 'S^pTsEITT TO aTjI, PABTS OF NSW ZEALAND. IV.. rf. BUSBY. Practical Blind-maker and Wire-worker, many years established at City Road, London, manufacturer of every description of Window Blinds, Plain and Orna mental Wire Work. Old Blinds cleaned, altered, repaired and painted. VENETIAN HOUSE, Shortland street, Auckland. thistle wholesale and retail WINE AND SPIRIT STORE, QUEEN STREET. PUBLIC NOTICE. P. DAE B T TN returning thanks to the public -I- for the liberal patronage he has received since opening the BOTTLE DEPARTMENT, begs to state that he has on hand a Choice Selection of Superior Ports, Sherries, and 'Adelaide Wines ; also, Verdeuho and Australian Ports,'which he intends to offer at the Lowest Possible Remunerative Prices fob, Cash. LIST OF PRICES. Per Bottle. ■•: S. D. Superior Adelaide Wine 3 0 Martell's and Hennessy's Pale Brandy .. ..40 Martell's and Hennessy's Dark Brandy .. ..40 Greenlees and ColviUe's Whisky 3 6 Campbelton Whisky 3 6 Dunville's Whisky 3 6 West India Rum 3 0 Sherry Wine, really good 3 6 Superior Sherry 4 6 Old Port Wine 4 0 Superior Old Port Wine (Sandiman's Four Dia mond) 5 0 The above are all bottled the premises. IN CASE. Genuine Brands. Per bottle s. D Hennessy's Brandy 5 0 Martell's Brandy 5 0 Geneva, JDKZ, large 4 6 Geneva, JDKZ, small 3 0 Old Tom, Booth's and and Burnett's .. ..4 0 Fine Old Jamaica Rum 5 0 Dunville's Whiskey 4 0 Champagne No. 2 56 Champagne No. 2, pjnts 3 0 Champagne, Jacqueson's 5 0 Champagne, Jacqueson's, pints 3 0 Claret, St. Julien .. .. 3 0 Australian Wines, very best brands .. ..3 6 Townsend's Sarsaparilla 5 0 English Ginger Wine 3 0 English Cinnamon Cordials 2 0 Ale and Porter, London bottled, best brands .. 13 Rum, Brandies, and Whiskeys sold by the gallon ; overproof, warranted the same as from bonded store. Assorted cases of the above made up for families and picnic parties. Liberal allowances made to wholesale purchasers. Bass' Burton Ale on draught. Terms—Strictly Cash. SADDLERY AND HARNESS. npHE Cheapest Place to Purchase every variety of Saddlery, Harness, Whips, Bridles, Spurs, Brushes, <_c, is direct from the Importer and Maker. LARGE SHIPMENTS JUST ARRIVED AND TO ARRIVE. W. S. JONES, SADDLER, HARNESS-MAKER, & IMPORTER, ,154, QUEEN STREET (Opposite the Old Court-house), auckland. /XREAT BAEGAINS AT THE BLUE BOOT, 203, QUEEN STREET. S. D. Ladies' Kid Boots 5 6 Superior ditto 6 6 Men's Colonial Elastic-sides, pegged .. 11 C Boys' ditto Bluchers 5 6 Childrens' Patient Slippers 0 C. B E O O X E S, 203, QUEEN STREET. Guinness's X __ Dublin Stout. OCTOBER BREW. JAMES OLDHAM hereby informs his customers and the public that ho has re eved ncr Caduceus, direct from the Brewers, 20 CASKS of the above CELEBRATED STOUT, which he offers at 4s. per Gallon, or 10s. per Do_f._. At U» Stores, High Btr__-. Auckland,



Merchandise. LEWIS BPvOS. ARE NOW OPENING THEIfS FIRST SHIPMENT OF SPRING GOODS, Ex Celestial Queen and Countess of Kintore. IOK PACKAGES Consistin of—• MILLINERY— Ladies', Girls', Maids , and Infants' Trimmed and Un trimmed Stra.iv Hats, in Canton, Laura, Trieste, Princess, Adelina, Lome, Lucerne, and other shapes Infants' Hoods, Sunshades, the latest fashions Black and Coloured Fancy Velvet Trimmings Fancy Silk Trimmings Pairs Gimp, Lace, Ruches Black and Fancy Silk Fringes Fancy Bows, Ladies' Waist Belts Chignons (sets of three pads), Hair Plaits Fancy Tassels, Coloured and Black Silk Buttons Mantle Loops, Dress Ornaments of the latest fashions Ostrich Plumes and Feathers, Mantles ! Etc. Etc. Etc, DRAPERY— } Indian Longcloths, Wet>Wove Calicoes Horrocks' Longcloth, Croydon and Wigan Sheot ing Mexican Greys, 72in Grey Sheeting Prints, in great variety Rough Brown and Dressed Hollands Bed Tickings, Grenadines Twilled Burmese, Mohairs, Lustres Light Buff and Drab Roll de Costumes Ladies' Fancy Overskirts Ladies' Batiste Overskirts Ladies' Underclothing Infants' Night and Monthly Gowns Short Slips, Long Flannels, Squares Muslin Frocks, Bodices, Holland Pinafores Tambour and Lace Curtains Mosquito Net, in white, green, and pink Muslins, Muslin Dresses, pale and spotted book Lappets, Blinds, Ladies' Corsets "Welsh Flannels, Coloured Saxeny and Electoral Flannels CLOTHING— Gents' Tweed Halifax, Galatea, and Sac Suits Blue Diagonal Suits Fancy Tweed Trousers Trousers and Vests to match Blue Flannel Suits Tweed Coats, in all the latest fashions Black and Coloured Alpaca Coats Black Cloth Coats, Trousers, and Vests Bedford Cord Trousers and Riding Pant Millers' Mole Trousers Boys' and Youths' Tweed Suits, Coats, and Trousers Boys' Cossack, Eton, and Rugby Suits HOSIERY- Men's Brown Cotton, Lisle Thread, Merino, striped Lamb's W 001/ and Fancy Coton Half hose Ladies' White Cotton, Fancy Cotton, Lisle Thread Lace, and Merino Hose Maids' Hose, assorted Boys' and Youths' Brown Cotton and Merino Half-hose Children's Fine, Super, and Fancy Cotton Socks, assorted Gents' Merino and Brown Cotton Pants Men's, Boys', and Youths' Crimean Shirts Men's White Longcloth Shirts Men's Boys', and Youths' Venetian and Soft Twill Shirts Gents' T.T. Ties, Black and Fancy Gents' Fancy Pall Mall, Duke of Edinburgh, Cor rect, Baronet, and Butterfly Scarfs BLANKETS & SHAWLS— 9-4, 10-4, 11-4 Witney and Super Blankets 9-4, 10-4, 11-4 Striped all over Blankets 10-4,11-4 Super Ribbon-bound Blankets Austrian Quilts, Carnage Rugs HATS & CAPS - Gents', Boys', and Youths' Improved Straw Hats, Alpine, Cavour, Kossuth, and Regent's Wire Brim and Alma Felt Hats, in black and drab colours Gents', Boys', and Youths' Cloth Caps, all sorts HABERDASHERY— A General Assortment SUNDRIES— dies, Bridles, Saddle Cloths, Girths. Spur Stirrup Leathers, Chamois Skins, Looking Glasses, Wallets, Purses, Courier Bags, Combs, Hair, Nail, and Tooth Brushes, Electro-plated Ware, Fishing Lines, Fish Hooks 120 TRUNKS BOOTS & SHOES— Consisting of Gents' Calf Almas, Emperors, Half Wellingtons, and Calf Balmorals Ladies' Elastic Sides Kid and Glove Kid, French Cashmere, Lasting in Colored and Black Channell and Double Soles Sewn and Rivetted Military Heels, Plain and Fancy Stitched Fronts Boys' and Youths' Lace-ups, Hungarian Nailed Children's 4 to 6, 6 to 9, 10 to 13s Kid Elastic Sides, Patent Balmorals, Cordovan, Plain and Copper Toes Infants' 2 to 4 Fancy Patent Leather, Felt, Kid, Etc Gents' Calf Emperor Uppers Ladies Kid Elastic Side Blocked Uppers, Plain and Fancy Stitched Fronts, Patent Toes TO AJ-f-IVE PER ROBERT HENDERSON AND GLENHUNTLY, 25 CASES & BALES DRAPERY- J Consisting of Muslin, Muslin Dresses ' Demi Lustres, Mohairs Ladies' and Maids' Underclothing Antimacassers, Lace and Tambour Curtains Lappets, Blinds, Linen and Lawn Handkerchiefs Red Ticking, Prints, Calicoes, Counterpanes Toilets. Quilts, Finlay and Croyden Sheetings Turkish Towels, Huckaback Towels, Etc MILLINERY - 10 cases Ladies', Maids',- and Infants' Trimmed and Untrimmed Straw Hats Gents' and Boys' Improved Straw Hats Ladies' Mantles, Ostrich Feathers, and Plumes Dress Trimmings, Gimps, Fringes, Etc OSIERY, &c.'— 17 packages Men's Brown Cotton Merino Striped and Fancy Cotton Half-hose Boys' and Youths' Brown and Grey Cotton Half- j hose Ladies* AVhite Cotton, Embroided, Balbriggan, and Cashmere Hose Children's Fine, Superior, and Fancy Cotton (six sizes) Papers Collars Gents' Neckties, Crimean, White, Long Cloth, Venetian, and Soft Twill Shirts 47 PACKAGES CLOTHING— Men's Tweed Suits in all the latest fashions Men's Trousers and Vests to match Men's Black Cloth Suits Men's Blue and Flannel Suits j Men's Black and Colored Double-breasted Alpaca Coats i Men's Glenmire, Galatea, and Double-breasted Coats Boys' Eton, Rugby, and CossacK Suits Youths' Tweed Suits Men's Bedford Cord Trousers and Riding Pants Men's, Boys', and Youths' Miller's Mole Trouseß 83 TRUNKS— Ladies' Gents', Boys', Youths', and Childrer_ Boots ; general assortment 12 CASES— Saddles, Gents' and Ladies', assorted; Bridles, assorted, Spurs, &c. 50 CASES— Bell and Black's 250's and Round Plaid Vesta! FIRE-PROOF SAFES. FOE SALE, a Consignment of Price's celebrated Fire-proof Safes, wrious sizes. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SONJ New Zealand Steam Coffee Mills. Established 1864.] DSTEPHMSON & CO. • Have on Hand and for Sale :- Coffees—Raw and Roasted, Plantation, Jara, Native in bond and duty paid Coffee, packed in lib, 21b, 41b, 61b, 71b, 121b, 141b, 81b, and 501b tins Peppers, black and white, whole or ground Peppers, packed in J-lb tins and upwards Peppers, Cayenne, loz cruets and bulk Mustard, Colman's }-lb, lib, and 71b tins i Curry Powder, Morton's, Cross & Blackwell's and I Bengal, in J-lb and lib bottle 3 Chocolate and Cocoa, Fry's, Taylor's, and Epp's Chocolate, French, lib packets Arrowroot, lib and 71b tins I Nutmeg, whole or ground, in tins or bulk Cloves do do do Ginger do do do i Carraway do do do Cinnamon do do do' i Pimento do do do/ Mixed Spices, in loz. packets, plain md fancy boxes Mixed Spice, in tins, assorted sizes Essence of Lemon and Assorted Essences Ground Rice, in tinfoil packets Chicory, Barry's Lame's, and Colonial. D. Stephenson and Co., WHOLESALE COFFEE & SPI£)E MERCHANTS WYNDHA.M STREET, .AUCKLAND.



Drapery. FOR GOOD CHEAP CLOTIING GO TO TIIE MANUFACTURE, HE ONLY CAN SUPPLY TIE FITTING ARTICLE AT HE LOWEST IRICE. SAMUEL COOMBES' CLOTHING FACTORY 3 IN HIGH STREET, AND THE DEPOT IS THE CITY CLOTHING MAE T, No. 80 QUEEN STREET. GENTLEMEN'S HOLIDAY CLOTHING, Everythirg for the season for Men and Youths. I NEW SUMMER TWEEDS. LIGHT FASHIONABLE SUMMER CHOTHING. SEASONABLE UNDERCLOTHING. SUMMER HATS. All h Unprecedented Variety of Style and Quality. CRDERS EXECUTED ON THE SHORTEST REASONABLE NOTICE. Clothing Bought on the Premises ALTERED TO FIT GRATIS. SAMUEL COOMBES TAILOR, OUTFITTER, AND RING CL I



Hotels. OCCIDENTAL HOTEL, BROWN STREET. MEADCLIEEE HAS OPENED • THE OCCIDENTAL HOTEL. She flatters herself that as every one knows the Occidental Hotel, Auckland, so every one will know that the Occidental Hotel, Grahamstown, will be simply unrivalled for the number, variety, and Excellence of its DRINKS, to say nothing of its numerous other attractions. In order that visitors may have an opportunity of cooling themselves down, an ample supply of ICED CLARET CUP will be always on hand. To brace them up the celebrated ANCHORSTORA BITTERS. N.B.— M. Radcliffe is unaware if this is the exact name of the above celebrated Bitters, but assures her friends that they are just as good Bitters as any others with long names. As the Tommy Dodds at the Occidental Hotel, when the cold weather comes on, will be beyond all other Tommy Dodds tasted, heard of, or read of, they are now advertised, six months in advance. It is evident from the above that it will be the correct thing to visit the Occidental Hotel. ** (or any other number of stars) Brandy always on hand, but no stripes. "jyrooEE & co., WINE, SPIRIT, BEER MERCHANTS, AND IMPORTERS, 5 LOWER QUEEN STREET. Martell's Pale and Brown Brandy Campbelton's Scotch Whiskey Fine Old Irish Whiskey Browning's Celebrated Old Tom Geneva Gin Fine Old Rum, 30 o.p. Walker's English Ginger Wine Sparkling Hock Champagne, pints and quarts Australian White and Red Wine Blood's Ale and Stout. BURTON ALE, lis quarts ; 6s pints. LONDON STOUT, 10s Gd quarts ; 6s pints. LONDON PORTER, 9s Od quarts ; 5s 6d pints. The Trade supplied with hhds and qr-casks. M. & Co. have on sale a small quantity of OLD PORT, of the finest quality that can be had in London. JAMES OLDHAM, WINE. SPIRIT and TEA, Im porter submits the following Cash Prices, which on comparison he trusts will secure a fair share of public patronage, in quantities of not less than two gallons:— Wines — Port and Sherry, 255., 305., and 355. per dozen Ditto (in wood), 10s. 6d., 12s. 6d., and 15s. per gallon WHISKEY— Irish and Scotch, 30s. to 40s. per case Ditto (in wood), 19s. to 21s. per gallon Rum— AVest Indian, 30s. to 40s. per case Ditto (in wood), 18s. to 21s. per gallon Brandy— Cognac, 42s to 50s per case Ditto (in wood), 20s. to 225. Cd. per gallon Geneva— 30s. to 565. per case ALES AND STOUT — English and Scotch per gallon, 9s. to 12s. 6d* per dozen Ditto (Colonial), 3s. per gallon, 7s Cd per dozen Whiskey— Colonial, 13s 6d per gallon Ditto (in case), 2Gs. 6d. Tea, Coffee, and all sorts of Groceries at equally good value. A single trial will prove the advantages offered by James Oldham, High street, Auckland. P.S.—Goods delivered free of charge within six miles of the city. pEICKET, CEOQUET, FOOTBALL, ETC. A Large and Well-assorted Stock of CRICKET BATS, STUMPS, BALLS, GLOVES, AND LEG GUARDS; SETS CROQUET & STANDS, CROQUET SEATS j SINGLE STICKS, FENCING FOILS, ! GLOVES AND MASKS, BOXING GLOVES, FOOTBALLS, QUOITS, LAWN BILLIARDS, ETC To be Sold, a Bargain, A LARGE LAWN MOWER. 11. EENDELOW, IRONMONGER, 106, QUEEN STREET. STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM! UNLIMITED SUPPLY ! THESE seasonable delicacies can be had every day (Sundays included) at the SURREY FR UIT GA R DENS OF MASON BROTHERS, PONSONBY ROAD, And at their Nursery, PARSE L L. • STRAWBERRIES FRESH FROM THE GROUND. MASON BROTHERS, PARNELL NURSERY & SURREY FRUIT GARDENS. HALLOA! WHERE ARE YOU GOING? We are off to XTAUXHALL G-AEDENS, ' DEVONPORT EAST, LAKE EOAD, NORTH SHORE, Ten Minutes Walk from the New Whabf. There we can spend a few hours or a day comfortably. The Proprietors of the above Grounds beg to thank . their patrons for past favors and to intimate to the public who do not know the place that no pains are spared to make it what it must eventually become - "The Great Place of Amusement and Recreation on the North Shore." The Grounds are seven acres in extent, and tastefully laid out in parterres and winding paths among the native shrubs, with arbors dotted here and there for shelter from the sun. For recreation there are Croquet, Swings ; and for those who prefer Football or Cricket there is a small paddock attached to the place where that pastime can be indulged in. „-_.«_. i _„+_ i Refreshments, such as Tea, Coffee, Cordials, -a, to j be had on the ground, likewise the much-desired delicacy, STRAWBERRIES & CREAM. WILLIAM WELLS & SON, Proprietors. BISCUIT! bFsCUIT! pHAS. E. PAETING-TON, Begs to intimate to the pubiic generally that he has Red-Ced the price of all kinds of Biscuit for Cash :— Best Cabin Biscuit (retail), 20s per lOOlbs. Whole sale, from 1 ton, 5 per cent, less Plain Wine Biscuit, Picnic Biscuit, Sweet Luncheon Biscuit, Mixed Biscuit, Fancy Motto Biscuit, retail at 6d per lb Plain Luncheon Biscuit, Butter Biscuit, retail at 5 per lb. Wholesale from lOOlbs and upwards. 10 per cent, discount allowed off. Biscuits all packed in 3, 6, and 161b tins, at 2s, 4s, and 9s per tin'; and in cases about 251bs each, for Grocers, Retail, or Family use. Packages charged charged at cost price, all cases returned if clear and sound for re-filling, or half-price allowed. , „ ... C. F. P. begs to solicit public patronage at these reduced quotations. AU orders promptly attended to. STEAM BISCUIT MANUFACTORY, Symonds street, depot ' 3°. lower queen street, Auckland.



Insurance- OEWICH UNION LIFE INSURANCE SOCIETY, Empowered by special Acts of Parliament, and by Royal Charter in the reign of Queen Anne, to undertake aU "business connected with the Life Assurance, IS A PURELY MUTUAL OFFICE. The Norwich Union Life Society has no distinct body of proprietors ; the insurers at large are the recipients of the savings of the institution : the premiums paid, being in fact only deposits, revert to those who con tribute them. SETTLEMENT POLICIES. To meet one of the greatest wants of the day the Norwich Union issues Policies in the nature of settle ment, whereby a man in solvent circumstances, pro vided' the matter is bond fide, may secure, without the bisk or bankruptcy, a certain and direct pro vision for his family. RESOURCES. Irrespective of the immense annual revenue of this Society, graduaUy and surely on the increase, it pos sesses a Reserve Fund of £2,300,000 and upwards, available for its requirements. RATES OF PREMIUM Are framed as low as are consistent with the due safety of the Society, and its .Actuary is calculated to be one of the most competent authorities in England the Court of Chancery having recently had to avail themselves of his experience in these matters ; and although apparently higher than some offices, assurers hould not loose sight of the fact that they receive it back, either in bonuses or in addition to sums assured, and in electing to insure in this Society they also avail themselves of the experience and safety of a concern ;hat time has proved to be secure against all chances. LOANS. Surrender values are given for Policies of three years standing, or loans granted on security of same' FOREIGN TRAVEL Permitted to all parts of the globe in properly decked vessels, and in time of peace. PARTICIPATION OF PROFITS. In this office it is anticipated; that persons entering at 20 will be relieved rom further premiums at 44 40 „ „ .. 60 50 „ „ „ 66 Medical ees are paid by the Company, and there are no charges for Stamps, Policies, &c. One-half the first five years' premiums may remain unpaid upon whole Life Policies. T. B. KENDERDINE, Esq., M.D., Medical Referee. Intending assurers are recommended to call upon the undersigned for prospectus and further particulars N OEWICH UNION EIEE INSURANCE SOCIETY. The SECURITY afforded by this long-established Society is unquestionable, its rates exceedingly mode rate, and its regulations liberal. INSURANCES for 7 years charged as 6. Rent can be insured for 12 months. BANK CREDIT. Has been established in the Colony, and losses will be paid here promptly, liberally, and IN CASH, or at home, at the option of the assured. ALMANACS and PROSPECTUSES for 1872 can be had, and every information obtained, on application at the Society's offices, Vaile's Buildings, Queen street J. B. GRAHAM. Agent. G. S. GRAHAM, Inspector. AUSTRALIAN MUTUL PEOYI DENT SOCIETY. Established 1849. OR MUTUAL LIFE ASSURANCE, ETC. NEW ZEALAND BRANCH. Head Office: Wellington. Local Board of Directors : non. C. J. Pharazyn, Esq., M.L.C., Chairman. Hon. William Fitzherbert, Esq., M.H.R., Deputy Chairman. A. de Brandon, Esq., M.H.R. The Hon. Morgan S. Grace, M.D., M.L.C, George Hunter, Esq., M.H.R. Auditors : Thomas Buchanan, Esq. Joe Darsfield, Esq. Medical Officer. r Alexander Johnson, Esq. Bankers : ' The Bank ot New Zealand. The New Zealand Branch of the above Society is now established, and is prepared to carry on business in their branch offices. Grey street, Wellington. Prospectuses, showing the present state and progress <if tho S;k,',»,'' . V. _ sS*fSa§^ ,Y"W. !>,« had.. QU applicatio , ■ . as above. ...... Agent f' . r. • .. t , •'« ~';.'.•,.. , He .'■" ,:■■..,. Medica "....'.'' T p .:- ■ «■ ■ •■'. a:*:.- v *_< S co: ::-:--r'AA:Ay gab-"' • '-'- ■ • -"■;■■ - ■■■'■••■ ' • No 5. "', ,' .'.' '. ■ ...... ,'_ A ~..'■ ZEALA^ ' ■ Cap ■ ■ <-• ■;: >- * v ' ' \ . * \ IT- i .'■■■ ■■■ -■" ■ ■■■ > ■'■- » so_;' : 'i ■•' •' 'mV O- - ..*■- ■ .- Dm Wei* -:-"- • '■■■-■ *»**? "f* ' ' Cnri. .. ~ .-, . ■;■:. ;-.-.--_ '■• :• .. ...-. Nel *.* '.."_ '' 'l.tmli -,-.. "'.. ...J This Company has been established jis a purely New Zealand institution, with all its funds retained and invested in the colony. 'It has a very large and in fluential body of shareholders distributed throughout the entire colony, who are themselves insurers to a very considerable amount, and consequently can influ ence a large business, thus adding to the security of the insured and the stability of the Company, the chief features of which, are a liberal management, • prompt payments, rates moderate, and personal re sponsibility of a large fifcdy of shareholders. Fire and Marine EUarance is now carried, on throughout the colony_ Marine business will also be commenced in Austraia and Great Britain as soon as arrangements can be nade. Portland Cement. QP-O C/ISKS PORTLAND _UU CEDENT; best brands FIRE BULKS, FIRE TILES, FIRE CLAY PLAJTER OF PARIS, in large or small qualities. KEANE & JBtfKINSON, Plasterers, Slaters, &c„ Victoria street est. FRLNCH POLISHING. _~~ "PI T. P3T_Y, French Polisher, _t_-• Upholstenr, &). Any of the above work done for tho trade, cortractrs, or private families, at their own residences a- oterwise. Address: M B Si PETTY, Milliner is d Dressmaker, HOBpN STREET, One door jom Victoria street. —1_ ______ NOTICE. THE Undersized beg to inform the public that theyiave lommenced business as WORKING JEWELIERS, ENGRAVERS, DIE SINKERS iND lAPIDARIES. JEWELLERS' TOIKSHCP: 69, Queen street (opposite Southern Mss Office). . ENGRAVING -LAPIDARY DEPARTMENT Wellesley street, Eijt, five doors fiomDyson _ Corner.' PENZOL & TEUTtoERG, i AuoKland, 9th Sdember, 1872.! '



Boots and Shoes. NOT ICE. RETIRING FROM THE BOOT AND SHOE BUSINESS. TCA T E E Begs most respectfuUy to inform his friends and customers that he has Retired from the above Business and has much pleasure in recommending Messrs STEPHENS & CARTER his successors, and in doing so he confidently recommends them in carrying out that part of the manufactory so successfully carried on by him for the last eight years, TN REFERENCE TO THE JL ABOVE STEPHENS & CARTER Have much pleasure in calling the attention of the customers of Mr J. Cater, and the public generally that, n taking over the Boot and Shoe Business lately carried on by him, they are determined to carry on the business in all its branches, and to keep a STOCK OF ALL FIRST-QUALITY BOOTS AND SHOES, For which the above establishment has been noted for past years, and will use every endeavour on their* part o give every satisfaction, both in their own make and best imported Boots, etc. STEPHENS & CAETEE, BOOT & SHOE MANUFACTURERS, 136, QUEEN-STREET (Opposite Union Bank). ASPHALT. KNIQHT, CRAW & CO. desire to inform the Ratepayers of the City of Auck land that they are prepared to lay Asphalt Pavement in any of the suburban streets at 3s 6d per yard. The City Council guarantee to pay half the cost. Appli cation to be made to the City Council. X., C, <_ Co. can recommend their work fpr Stores, Kitchens, and Cellar-floors, Gardens, Walks, Back yards, and guarantee a durable Pavement. Asphalt Pavement. FIFTY PER CENT. CHEAPER THAN FLAGGING. THE undersigned is prepared to lay down Asphalt Pavement equal to Flagging, and at half fhe cost. Orders addressed to Herald office will receive prompt attention. P JOHN MORRISON SELLING OFF! A T W M . JOHNSTON'S, BOOT & SHOEMAKER, VICTORIA-STREET, FOR ONE FORTNIGHT ONLY ! A LAEG-EASSOETMENT --*" of LADIES', MEN'S, and CHILDREN'S BOOTS in great Variety, English and Colonial-made at a considerable reduction in prices. Boots and Shoes made to order on the premises. QUARTS. QUARTS. Q U A R T S. -;■> -RIA.L CRUSHING of Quarts . ■ ■ c place THIS WEEK and NEXT WEEK ' Z. &A. FRUIT DEPOT, AND AT lAN HOUSE, QUEEN STREET, j ■, , icli ground discovered at Stokes' Point and Bosebank Nursery. I'■ . 4 has already been fitted up to enable persons - . ' ..-crush their own quarts, and likewise for Polishing. - A Good Show already on the plates. <~ rpecimens to be seen in the Window. •only house in Auckland for the Genuine - \ AMERICAN ICE DRINKS. ■' :)WBERRIES AND CREAM DAILY '* ' WAIKATO COACHES. NGARUAWAHIA AND HAMILTON. A CONVEYANCE leaves Harris' *-** Delta Hotel, Ngaruawahia, each day at 8.30 a.m., and returns.-sailie day, leaving Hamilton at 4 p.m. (Sundays), parrying passengers and luggage; thus enabling passengers arriving by steamer to proceed next morning. Special arrangements, for parties wishing to . hrough to Cambridge. To Storekeepers, etc. : - Light Packages coming by steamer as far as Ngaruawahia will be carried reasonable rates. Saddle Horses and Buggies on hire. L, B. HARRIS, Proprietor. MEDICO-BOTANIC DISPENSARY; H. BRITTAIN, CHEMIST, DRUGGIST, AND MEDICAL HERBALIST, 65, Victoria Street, Corner o. Chapel Street. Sole Agent for Dr. Coffin's Composition, Stomach Bitters, Antispasmodic, Diuretic and Female Restora tive Powders, Indian Pills, etc., etc. A Fresh supply of British and American HERBS. Proprietors of the far-famed WORM POWDERS, which are acknowledged to be the most marvellous and effectual remedy ever known. V A few copies of Dr. Coffin's Guide to Health and Treaties on Midwifery on Sale. BATHING ! BATHING ! BATHING ! ALL HANDS A-HOY! TURN OUT AND WASH YOURSELVES. HP HE SOLID-ROCK BATH is in -*- Commission. Sept. 28, 1872. QORRUQATED IRON TO ARRIVE PER HARVEST HOME, 24 CASES, 5 CWT. EACH, 6,7, and 8 FEET j J, BOUT. '



Medical, SPECIAL NOTICE. WILLIAMS 7" NEEVINE instantly Cures Toothache. WILLIAMS' Balsamic Pectoral Elixir speedily Cures Asthma, Coughs, and Colds. ■ WILLI-VMS' Vermifuge and Worm Powders are purely Vegetable, and free from Mercury ; the only reliable preparation for destroying Intestinal Worms WILLIAMS' Lime Juice and Glycerine prevent the Hair from falling off, and imparts to it a beautiful and elossy appearance. WILLIAMS' Baking Powder cannot be equalled WILLIAMS' preparations are oaly to be had at the People's Dispensary, 215, Queen street, opposite City Hall., Auckland. a POTHECAEIES' HALL. SMITH'S ANTIBILIOUS AND LIVER PILLS g The best Aperient known, Tonic Alterative and Purifying, containing no Mercury. Extract from letter :-" Sir-1 haveg reat pleasure in stating that through the aid of your Antibnious and Liver Pills (using one or two doses a week) I have been restored from intense suffering, arising from torpid liver, loss of rest and appetite, nervousness and general disarrangement, to the possession of perfect health. I also observe that the Pilbhave a marked diuretic effect, giving great relief to the kidneys." SMITH'S WORM POWDERS. ;' The enormous Sale of these Powder is still in creasing. Extract from letter :_"Sir-Aftertrying every known remedy upon my children for worms I was at last fortunately induced by a neighbor to try a packet of your Worm Powders. I used them according to the directions, and the result was so astonishing that if I had not been an eye-witness I would not have believed it. I am pleased to state that since using them my children have recovered their locks, health, and appetite ; in short, a shilling packet has saved me pounds worth of medicine. Please send by bearer a packet of Powders, as I wish to give them to friend." Also to be had, SMITH'S RHEUMATIC MIXTURE, Cough Mixture, Diarrhcea and Dysentry Mixture, and Hair Restorer. DENTISTRY AND ARTIFICIAL TEETH. Toothache Drops. Proprietor : G. SYDNEY SMITH, CHEMIST. ETC.. Apothecaries' Hall, 226, Queen street Three Doors Below the City Hall. FISH'S COMPOUND CONCEN TRATED EXTRACT OF SARSAPARILLA (As prescribed by the late Dr Stratford), Compounded of the purest ingredients, and will keep in any climate ; an agreeable, purifying, and slightly stimulating tonic. None genuine without the signature of the Sole Manufacturer, THOMAS FISH, CHEMIST, ETC., THE AUCKLAND PHARMACY, Opposite St. Paul's Church, Princes street, . For six years Dispenser to Drs Stratford and Wright. FISH'S, W OEM POWDERS (As prescribed by the late Dr Stratford.) None genuine without the signature of THOMAS FIS H, CHEMIST, Princes street, AucKl an d. Brandy Bottles Wanted. WHELPTON'S VEOETABLE PURIFYING PILLS. Are warranted not to contain a single particle of Mercury or any other Mineral Substance, but to con sist entirely of Medicinal Matters, purely vegetable. During the last thirty-five years they have proved their value in thousands of instances in diseases of the Head, Chest, Bowels, Liver, and Kidneys ; and in all skin complaints one of the best medicines known. Sold by G. WHELPTON & SON, 3, Crane Court Fleet street, London ; and by all Storekeepers and Medicine Vendors. Wholesale Agents in the Colonies: — Messrs. Felton, Grimwade & Co., Melbourne. Mr. Edward Ash, 60, Elizabeth-street, Hobart Town. Messrs. Elliott Bro. , Sydney. Mr. Jakins, Auckland, Messrs. Youxgman- Dunedin ADVICE GRATIS ! trOLLOWAY'S PILLS To Purify the Blood, —These Pills have been placed by the common consent of mankind at the head of aU remedies for removing obnoxious poisons from the blood, and cleansing all the tissues of the body They have saved thousands year after year from falling a sacrifice to the effects of dyspepsia, dysentery, diarrhcea, constipation, liver complaints, <_c., a fact attested by myriads of witnesses. Excessive weakness and debility, the warnings of decreasing organic energy and -vita decay, are restored and reanimated with vigour and healthful action in every organ throughout the system by the restorative and'exhiliratiiig influence of this medicine. Female Complaints. -All disorders of the sex, and diseases in every crisis perilous to the life and health of woman, youthful or aged, married or single, may be radically and quickly cured without risk or trouble by a few doses of these Pills, taken according to the printed directions. Indigestion with Langour and Want of Energy.— When taking these Pills rub Holloway's celebrated Ointment over the pit of the stomach, and over th regions of the liver, on the right side under the rib and you will at once experience a change for the bette in your digestion, spirits, appetite, strength, an energy. The improvement, though it may be gradual will be thorough and lasting. Dropsy. -The efficacy of Holloway's Pills in dropsy is extraordinary. They act with such peculiar effect upon the system, that the fluids arising from this direful disease are imperceptibly carried off and pre vented from any further accumulation. The sufferer regains a buoyancy of spirits, and rejoices in a com pletely renovated constitution ; but it is indispensably necessary that the Ointment should be most effectuall rubbed into the complaining parts. Stomacli, Liver, Kidneys, and Bowels. —Those who -uffer from bile and liver complaints should try the effects of this valuable remedy, a few doses of which will make the sufferer feel elastic and vigorous re moving all impurities, giving a healthy action to'the liver; if bilious attacks be allowed to continue, serious casualities may arise, and the sufferer be consigned to a bed of sickness. In all disorders of the kidneys the Ointment should be well rubbed into the back once or twice a day : and the Pills, acting in unison, will cure any complaint arising from these organs. Puffy,—Shortness of Breath with Weakness.— Very bad symptoms, which if not corrected, may tend to ome serious disorders of the heart, or other vital organs Eat moderately of solids, take six Pills nightly f.>r some little time; take plenty of fresh air with lnoders. V-, exercise, and the human machinery will be gui- "ice * restored to health and vigour. Try this but for t- 4 -—_" days only, and the result will be marvellous. t ~i( __/y Complaints incident to Children. —All complaints o> "' children may soon be cured if care be taken to purify their blood, correct the action of the liver, and cleanse the stomach and bowels : a few doses of these famous Pills will immediately have the desired effect par ticularly if parents be careful in not allowing them to eat of things which they know would be injurious to themselves. Holloway's Pills arc the best remedy known in the world for the following diseases:— Ague Female Irregu- King's Evil Asthma lanties Sore Throats Bilious Com- levers of all kinds Stone and Gravel plaints Fits Secondary Symp- Blotches on the Gout toms Skin Headache Tic Douloureux -Bowel Com- Indigestion Tumours plaints Inflammation Ulcer Colics Jaundice VenerealAffec- Oonstipation of Liver Complaints tions the Bowels Lumbago Worms of all Consumption Piles kinds Debility Rheumatism Weakness, from Dropsy Retention of whatever cause; Dysentery Urine . &c, &c. Erysipelas Scrofula, or ** There is a considerable saving by taking the larger sizes. N.B.—Directions for the guidance of patients in every disorder are affixed to each Box.