vrve-j-'c. He svent on that day to pjraw-al with Bessie Maxwell, on the .^aytiMborts, and drank with her, and when \a*isl_M him for some silver Bessie Maxwell i'=qeo n\(; and Hawkin's knocked me down. T then went and told the story of the speci es "( was faithful to Hawkins. I believe i'Vui a widow. 1 novo* deceived Hawkins. I told him the truth, and the whole truth. He never promised to marry me, nor did lie sa y that since he found out that I had a husband alive he would have nothing further to do with me. The house was mine. He could not give me what was my own. His Honor suggested that it was unneces sary to go further into the quan-els of these persons, as the charge was one of specimen stealinsr. Witness continued : I don't know where Hall is. He does not write to me. He only pushed the bag into my bed-room. He did uot come nearer. I should never have split on Hawkins if he had acted the part of a man towards me. I had supported him when he wanted a friend, and I did not like to see him parading Bessie Maxwell at Parawai. I was angry, as any woman would be under such circumstances. My husband I believe jJdied in Sydney about eighteen months ago. Henry Charles Lawler, magistrate of the Thames, deposed to taking the evidence of Charles Lawler, who left by the Wentworth, in December last, to the effect that he, the said Charles Lawler, had written the docu ment respecting the crushing, but he knew nothing of the eircunistances of the alleged robbery. Samuel Brennan, detective officer of the Thames, deposed to taking prisoner into custody on the charge of stealing the speci mens. Mrs Gleeson on my appearance said "Now, you pretty specimen stealer, here's Constable Brennan come for you ;" when he replied "For God's sake, Kate, hold your tongue.'' I apprehended him, and on the same evening I took Sly into custody. Hr Hesketh made an able defence for the prisoners.

A report forwarded by the mining manager , wt» then read by the Secretary. ° ° ! tl,o rn! to: inand MrJ- Bennett characterised ■cao report as most unsatisfactory. I. ex hibited an ignorance nn<l incapacity in a , mining manager sufficient to damn any r, lie ' shai- cholder the Secretary ttL 'S ''r Were "° fniKls in hand at Terdr^n 1^ v» » aUghUy ! A suggestion was made that that nossiblv (Sughter.) f°r the abS6nCe °f the^S I The proceedings closed with a vote of I thanks to the Chairman.

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3HEISTCHURCH

This day

The Provincial Council last night voted £500 for the importation of insectiferous birds,

Several alterations have been made in the team selected to play against Otago, but without improvement, three of the best batsmen being unable to go with the team.

DUNEDIN.

This day. At the Supreme Court to-day Catherine McDonald, charged with manslaughter by murdering John Brigga, was sentenced to five years' penal servitude.

All of the single immigrants per Surat have found employment'at good wages.

During the last twelve months fifteen im migrant ships arrived at Port Chalmers with 2,814 souls, equal to 2,381 statute adults— men, 1,151; women, 917 j boys, 31(3; girls, 300; infants, 13.

At a meeting of the City Council last even' ing a vote of thanks was passed on behalf _>f the citizens to Captain Jaquemart, of the French war ship Vire, for the assistance rendered to the Surat. It will be engrossed and presented in the form of a testimonial. A ball will bo given to the captain and officers on Monday.

WELLINGTON.

This day. Twenty-four of the most respectable hotel keepers have resolved to form themselves into a Licensed Victuallers' Association, and pledged themselves to abstain from serving refreshments on Sundays to others than bona-fido boarders, and compel other hotelkeepers desist from Sunday trading.

NELSON.

This day. In an action of the Greymouth and Hoki tika Tramway y. "Westland County Council to recover £20,000 for a breach of contract, a verdict was given for the plaintiff's for £15,000. • F

UNION BEACH GOLD-MINING COM PANY.

A -special general meeting of the share holders in the Union Beach Gold-mining Company was held this morning in the great hall of the Insurance Building for the pur pose of confirming the action of the direc tors in purchasing the New Golden Pa claim. About twenty shareholders were present, but only one director of the company. Great aissatisfaction was expressed at this. On the proposition of Mr Home, seconded by Upt. Daldy, Mr Burt was elected chair man. th?meetfn" ad adra" tisemeilts convening The Chairman said he would not detain the meeting with any remarks, as he thought it was generally understood that he only took nZflf 0T t the,Pwpose of rendering the proceedings formal. The minutes of the previous meeting hav afv n7fh cad by Mr Friar Clarke > the secre _£m »i . c? m Pany. the Chairman briefly stated the business of the meeting. beveral shareholders asked if any informal meeting 7 the dirGctors waa before tlie «ative, ail3WerhaVebeen roceived in thene cumS!!i n D + at! dy m°T ed that under the cir- HS™ li th, e meetin S adJ°urn for a week. dWK? ?. J er _ Sineulai- cond™t of the nkin tbl X* b had not to ex whe?h«r^r kn«wedge£e could not say he £750 fh! f7ii G0i de, n Pa claim wa3 wort, notwig y talked °f gLvinS for <-* worth He ILli y Leu^VT nded *? ProPo3i^ not being present „? v 6 m explanations nt °r S6ndln S them any thattheS oFTkteZ "S He knew loa^ffigl F ?S^?^ and was of opimonVwa? £ It* ? ck. im' of the shareholders oflhe Union dva^ c He had no interest on the <Ssg ?ea<^ ?0, and held 400 shares on theU^B^ach^t was only because ho thought it w™£i • crease the value of his property ?W T advocated the purchase aHEtm" posed by the directors. Their no?\E. present was certainly unsatisfactory /but their might be good reasons for their absence Air btovm seconded the amendment, and on being put to the meeting it was carried oy a majority of seven against rive Oaptam Daldy said he deemed the pre sent a good opportunity for the shareholders to express their desire for fuller information. In nil i^.B* and ProsPocts of the mine. ToMm °sta J, .°tber companies one could go SifiSff? and get any desired informa s fi li, Ufc - r°uble' He trusted that con -steS,& eTU^ tanoes under wMch the StSt? -fl b _en voted thG directo™

THE EVENING STAB, I'HTXitSDAI, JANUAUY 3 18*4.. eg!»««^*«W^gK-X^„_____a^ ,— in, |, , „ IH ,||„ —,



££ ff|_.r« BroWn- ? arrett> & Co-s Standard Coffee is oth delicious and strong. Brown Barrett I n^v Excelsior Coffee deserves preferonce'i„T. i? Co s i account of purity and fIK^C^S ;he brands. Sold at almost every grocery establish ; mentintown and province.- fAdvt ] estalJ,lsh"



! W^PS' hj ay°unS man from the I \ * South, a Situation in Shop or Store • hardwaro , business preferred-Address Z Y>, office of this paper. "WANTED, a General Servant for A-Lora Ho?eT hUDga- G°od ™ges &*en.-Apply "WANTED, a Strong Girl to mind CHtlion Hotl^sr^et" 16 h °»™* ~A^ ! w^p^ ' AMlvtoirfp t P-y "sidence, An g l„ sea street.- I Appiy to Mr F. L. Prime, Insurance Buildings. I WANTED, a Nursemaid-Apply ' Parnell. t0 *" "" S' McKcllf- Manuka* Road, | W A N TTDr^Dressnir^nd ml ,r' -J" ni°r Assistant for Napier ; also one eood , 6SK.r- A* to a. oKJ I WANTED, a^Ge^aTs^^^ v / Apply to Shakespeare Hotel. TT7ANTED, f^d^Tl^^ V V Victoria Hotel, Victoria-street. "W A N T E D ' Touns V V Man as Barman.—Apply office of this paper. "W~ AN T E I) ' a £°ocl -Domestic » » Servant to talce charge of a small family - Apply to Mrs T. W. Brown, Ilobson-street. XTTANTED, a good General Servant V T Apply to Mrs Ellis, top of Ilobson street. TyANTED, a respectable Young V v Woman to assist in a nursery with young ehiidron.—Mrs Alfrod liuekland, Newmarket. TfTANTED, a respectable Girl about -~''■ a , , T 13 °*_ 14-—Apply to W. .). Offer and Co , Bristol House, Queen-street. ~A iM TED," ITreip cctable" %^ Apply to A- Donald, Sailmaker, Wharf. V7^7*AJSTED. a respectable Message » t Boy.—Apply to T, Ellison, 78, Queen-street. "WANTED, a young Girl fov~li v 1 family of two.—Apply Mrs Waid, Liverpool street. •WANTED, Bottles, Bottle^ T V Bottles ; highest price given —William.. & Co., Albert-street. WANTED, a Four-roomed House fifteen minutes' walk from Queen street.— Apply, stating terms, to A.P., Stab office. "OTAN TED,-a Leader for St. James' V ¥ Presbyterian Church Choir who can play the Harmonium — Pull particulars can be bad from the Bcv. 11. P. Macnicol, at the Manse, to.whom applica tions in writing are to be sent on or before the 15th instant. TXTANTED, a Situation as Stationary ? V or Portable Engine Driver; first-class references of many years' experience.—Apply Alfred Wray, Immigration Barracks.



"WANTED, Six Labourers. Apply " » at the "Works, Punmure.—lreland Bros. WA NTE D, a General Servant; also, Strong Girl to assist.—Apply office of this paper. WANTED, a smart Boy; one having a knowledge of tlie Grocery business preferrod.—Apply to J. Young, SJiortland-street. WANTED, to Purchase Railway Sleepers for the Auckland and Waikato Railway. The highest price given.—Apply to Archard and Brown, Mechanics' Bay. WANTED, a good Eemale Cook ; also, a 'Waiter.—Apply Army and Navy Ilotol, Queen street. ANTED, Horses toGraze."First class paddocks and large runs at half-a-crown a week.— Fisher and Co. T^J" ANTED, Champagne, Schnapps, v » Rarsaparilla, and " Sauce Bottles; any quantity.—3, Queen-street. T/[TANTED, two Lads.—Apply J. t W Hanley, Gingerbeer and Lemonade Manufac turer, Cross-street, Karangahape Eoad. WANTED, a Nurse Girl 17 or 18 years of age ; must be respectable, and references desired.—Apply to Mrs Hesketh, Epsom. W "ANTED by a young lady, a Situation as Companion in a quiet family ; willing to assist in household duties.—Apply W,, Stab office. WANTED, a young Man as Carter and Stableman : Colonial youth preferred. Comfortable home and permanent situation.—Apply Star office. TENANTED, a Married Couple with. T? out Children. The Woman as Cook and Laundress ; the Man as Gardener, must be a good Mower and able to milk. References required ;to competent Servants good wages given.—Apply to Mr Brathwaite, at tlie Union Bank of Australia, between the hours of ten and one. WANTED, a Housemaid • to a re spectable Girl who understands her work good wages will be given. References required.-— Apply to Mrs Brathwaite, North Shore. WANTED KNOWN.—The under signed have always on hand a large supply o. Newcastle and Bay of Islands Coal ; also, best Cv and Uncut Wood. Yards : Between Fort and Custom house street, next Isaacs' Bonded Store. W. _ G. WINSTONE. "WANTED KNOWN, that D » « Goldtfa is prepared to supply all kinds of Timber and other Building materials, including Sashes, Doors, Mouldings, Broad Timber, House Blocks, Posts, Bails, Hardwood Felloes, Shafts, Iron bark and Blue Gum Laths, Shingles, &c, &c, at the owest market price, at his Yards, Custom-house treet ] W" ANTED KNOWN, that J. " V WATT is prepared to supply Wood and Coal at following prices for Cash :—Ti-tree Wood, Uncut, 12s per ton ; do do, Cut, 14s per ton ; Newcastle Coal, 60s per ton. Delivered to any part within one mile from Yard. Posts, Bails, and Palings always on hand. Fencing and Carting done at low rates.—Stanley street Mechanics' Bay. 1 ; ;—s—. WAITED the Butcher, Baker, j Grocer, Farmer, Dairyman, and others of Auckland and its vicinity to know that the undersigned «'W supplying their strong durable SPUING CALT HARNESS at Prices to meet the times -133, Queon-streot, next Union Bank, Auckland and at JWeH.ou.roe. I : I. fOmSSR * SON,



WA NT ED EN OWN—Highest Price given for all Old Metals. On ;;'ale (Cheap), Ploughs ; 0, 7, and 8 feet sheets GalvauiK.d Corrugated Iron ; also, Pumps, Paints, &<: &_ at Alfred Smart's. ne_L Blue Post. Victoria street. ' A S H L E V ~ II O U S E, *~»- SCHOOL ROAD, parnell. MPS REYNOLDS' Pupils will Re-assomblo on MONDAY, January 12, 1874. _____ NOTICE OP REMOVAL. RWHITSON & SONS Bottling . Department has been REMOVED to nigh street, opposite Brown, B-vrett, and Co.'s Store. •€_3 _H& dl_ *;„_S^_S#^r?% p L AEKE BSOT II ERS' \J (LATE CROMBIE'S) ROYAL PINE ART PHOTOGRAPHIC GALLERIES, (Opposite Union Bank), QUEEN STREET, AUCKLAND. First-class Portraits from C.D.V. to Life Size, at Moderate Prices. Children's Portraits taken instantaneously. NEW ZEALAND INSI7EAJSCE COMPANY. FIRE AND MARINE. Established 1850. CAPITAL 0250,000. PAID-UP CAPITAL 0100,000. RESERVE AND RE-INSDRANCE FUNDS .C 75.000. C 175,000. Insurance of every description effected at lowest current rates, and claims promptly met. GEORGE P. PIERCE, Manager. AN Emergency Meeting of Lodge St. Andrew will be held TJIIS EVENING, at the Star Httel, at halt-past 7 o'clock. Business of importance. By order of the'll.W.l.l. TO BE LET, BRITOMAhT HOUSE, in Eden Orescent; suitable for a Boarding-house, con taining 20 rooms. Bent low. 11. ASHTON & SON. BOARD OFIiDUCATIONT MEETINGS to Elect Com mittees for 1871 for the undermentioned Districts will be held as follows:— PUKEATUA— At the School, Dairy Flat, on Saturday, the "31st .lannary, sit -1 p m. OPAHEKE—At the School, Papakura, on Monday, the 20th January, at 7 p m. OTAHUIITJ—At the Public Hull, on Friday, the 2*Jrd January, at 7.30 p in. NEWTON—At St. David's School, on Wednesday, 21st January, at 7.30 p in. FREDERICK J. MOSS, Secretary. ~ A U C X LAND AND JajA, -t~— NORTH SHORE STEAM V COMPANy (LIMITHD). WOODS! DX (STOKES' POINT) SERVICE TIME TABLE : Leaving Auckland Leaving Woodsido 3 0 a.m 8.30 a.m. 11 15 „ 11.45 „ 2.0 p.m. 2.*Jop.m. 5-30 ~ 0 0 „ SUNDAY. 9.45 am. 10.15 a.m. 1.45 p.m. 2.15 p.m. 2.45 „ 3.15 „ 5-30 „ CO „ Fare, Cd each way. Horses, Slock, &c ,at reasonable rates. H. W. HEATH, Manager.



TITBNDEES are requested for Rigging -»- tlie Three-masted Schooner building for Mela nesian Mission. Also, Tenders for one Suit of Sails for the same. Plans and specifications at office of undersigned. Tenders received up to noon of 21st instant. Tlic lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. T. C. TILLY, Agent Melanesia), Mission, 49, Insurance Buildings. CALEDONIAN GAMES AT THE . NORTH SHORE. RACES! RACES! RACES! CALEDONIAN SPORTS Will be held in ME REES'3 PADDOCK, DEVONPORT EAST, On the 29th January. Programme in a future issue. CALEDONIAN GAMES AT THE NORTH SHORE. jgDUCATIONAL. NORMAL SCHOOL/HIGH STREET. This Select School will Re-open on MONDAY first under the management of Mrs Macintosh, assisted by Miss Ckaio. English in all its brandies, with plain and fancy needlework, 15s per quarter. Music, French, and Drawing taught on the most liberal terms. FOUND, a G-old Watch.—Apply to Henry Renner, Victoria Quadrant. FOUND, in Grafton Eoad, a Brown and White Cow ;no brand. Tlie owner can have it by paying expenses. -Apply to J. Hamilton, Bowling Green. • LOST, from Park Eoad, a small Skye Terrier, answering to the name of " Chum." Any person detaining him after this notice will be prosecuted.—G. Aickin. FRESH OYSTERS on Sale at Mrs Murray's, Wyndham street. NO TI C E.—The Winners of the Summer Sweep, drawn for at the Globe Hotel, are requosted to meet there on Thursday, Bth instant, at 8 p m, to receive their Prizes. A. BARR. Cfl ALLE N G E. I THE undersigned, will run E. a O'Hare, the Champion of Auckland, or any other man, three events, 100, 200, and 800 yards, for a sum from £5 to £30, on condition they run at the Thames three weeks from this date. NAT STAFFORD. C H ALLE NGE, T HEE EB V notify that I will JL accept Nat Stafford's Challenge to run liim the Baid Races, 100,- 200, and 300 yards, for £30, on condition we toss for clfoico of places to run, Auck land or Thames, ~ " , 1 ' ... I, OTTAR-1., .



pHINOE OE WALES THEATRE. POSITIVELY Foil THREE NIGHTS ONLY, Commencing THIS (Thursday) EVENING, JAN. 8. Ml! & MRS G OUR LAY, Assisted by MISS MINNIE GOUBLAY. In their Popular Entertainment, MRS McGItEGOE'S LEVEE in its entirety, introducing all the Original Characters, Music, Dances, &c. Mr Duncan McGregor Mrs McGregor .lenuy, the Waitress Andrew Gnidall Miss Katy McTavish Mrs I'atcrson, Daft Watty Needle Tarn Kirsty Claver The Newhavcn Fishwife, And the Auld Village Nurse. Concluding cacli evening with the Comicalities of the SCOTCH DWARF. Doors open at half-past 7, overture to commence at 8 o'clock. Dross Circle, 3s; Stalls, 2s ; Pit 3.. Q I T T H A L~ L THIS (Titursdat) EVENING, JAN. 8. ' Under the Distinguished Patronage'of HIS HONOR Till. SUPERINTENDENT, His WoiisiiTi- run Ma yon, The MASONIC LODGES and the VOLUNTEERS. A GRAND FAREWELL CONCERT MADAME WINTER. pro a R A M M E. Pakt T. 1 Piano Duett, " Warblir.gs at Eve"—Madame and ZMis.s P. Winter 2 Vocal Duett, "La ci d.arem "—Miss Winter and Mr Hampton ?, Song, '* My Soul is an Enchanted Boat "—Miss Leaf 4 Piano Solo — Madame Winter 5 Vocal Duett, " Friendship"—TheMisses Winter ti Song—Gentleman Amateur 7 Song, " Jessie, the Flower of Dumblano" (by particular desire)— Miss Winter S Scena, " Niagara"—Mr Hamilton 9 Song, '' Sweet Spirit Hear my Prayer " Mrs Lewis-son 10 Vocal Duett, " Hear me, Norma"— Madame and Mi's Winter 11 Clarionet, "Blue Bells of Scotland"—Messrs Inipoy and Cullimoro Paut 11. 1 Olee, " Fair Flora Decks"—Otahuhu Glee Club 2 Biano Duett, " Agnes Sorrell"—Miss Winter and pupil eight years old 3 Song, " Yesterday '.'—Mrs .Tagger •1 Song, "The Sexton "—Mr Leaf 5 Vocal Duett, "The Cousins"-The Misses Could and Winter 0 Duett, Violin and Piano—Mi- Beale and Madame Winter 7 Cavatina, "The Star of Life "—Mrs Mitchell S Song— "Eleonorn " (Alfred Scott Catty)—Mr Ware ham 9 Cavatina. " Marie " (new song)—Madame Winter 10 Vocal Duett, ," Gipscy Countess"— Miss Winter and Gentleman Amateur Solos by Mrs Mitchell and Mi.s Winter. Cod Save tiu: Queen by the Company. Conductor J.r Cplt.imore. Admission, 2s Gd. Commence at S. ME OHANI CS' INSTITUTE EXHIBITION. A. SHEATH. Esq.. Will deliver ALEC T U R E THIS (Thursday) EVENING, At 8 o'clock, ILLUSTRATING THE ENTIRE SYSTEM OF TELEGRAPHY. By order of the Committee. AVAL CTIAPPELL, Secretary. f] A O U T 0 HO i~c, V^ Tlic Wonderful and Beautiful 11 AIRL ES S HO RS E, Captured in the AVilds of-Australia, Will be on Exhibition This Week only in a Tent in in Queen street, Or••r.siTK Montague's Faxcv RrcrosrronY. Open from 3 to 5 and 7 to !) p m. ADMISSION RKDUCED TO SIXPENCE Children only Threepence Don't miss the chance of seeing the greatest Living Wonder in the World. MECHANICS' INSTITUTE EXHIBITION. *



Season Tickets from this date to the Close of the Exhibition— TWO SHILLINGS AND SIXPENCE EACH. Auckland, January G, 1574. TO THE CHAIRMAN OF THE NOLAN'S CANDLELIGHT, No. 1, GOLDMINING COMPANY (Registered.) QIE,—We, the undersigned Share * ' holders in the above-named Company request that you will conveno a Special General Meeting of those interested in the mine. Business—To consider certain proposals made to to the Directors by three of tlie party who were recently tributers of the Company. TO MESSRS THOS. HENDERSON, Juw., T. MORRIN, AND OTHERS. I HEREBY convene a Meeting, to be held at the office' of the Legal Manager, Mr F. A. White, Shortland-strcet, at 3 p.m. on J.'IUDAY the 23rd January, 1874, according to the rules of the Company. JOHN MASON, Chairman. AUCKLAND TURF CLUB. ' A SPECIAL MEETING- of- the -£-*- Members of the Auckland Turf Club will be held at the Auckland Hotel, Queen-street on FRIDAY tlie 9th day of January next, at 3 p m JOSEPH BENNETT, Hon. Sec. A. T. C. Auckland Turf Club Office, Dec. 23, 1873. ON SALE, in quantities to suit Purchasers, 500 tons best Auckland Potatoes Can be delivered by dray or boat. GEORGE SU-JI3IN. TO BE LET, in P^r_elTirNi__i roomed House, having every convenience for a family. There is a good supply of water, gas is laid on, the house is in good order, commands a mag nificent view, and will be let on easy terms. Apply to F. G. EWINGTON. ' LOST on Sunday evening, between Epsom and St. Mary's, Parnell, a small Gold "Souvenir" Brooch.—Ten shillings will be givon to any person leaving the above at the office of this paper. No. 1 ROYAL COMPANY A.R.V. "* THE Company will assemble for Monthly Inspection on Thursday Evening; the Bth instant, at 7.30 o'clock sharp. Members absent without leave will be fined in accordance with the Volunteer Regulations. Every Member is requested to attend. Uniform : Full Dress. •J. HERBERT. BURNS, Captain Commanding. TO LET, a Eive-roomed House in Dedwood. Good well of *water; splendid garden. Rent, 40s per month.—Apply C. Ducken field, Grey street. ___^ ADIJ_ S' coTLleg-iate SCHOOL, HOESON STREET. The first torm of 1874 will commence on the 29th instant. Pupils aro requested to assemble early. Prospectus on [application to Miif* ilvsinmoo*', Lady* Principal, after the 20tli instant. Meltluwl, iTaiiuavy.G, 1874.



GREA.T CLE AKIN G. SALE OP SUMMER DRESS MATERIALS. 0,537 YARDS OP SUMMER DRESS MATERIALS PURCHASED IN ONE LINE AT A NOMINAL PRICE. H. ATKINS LIAS Purchased, during the past week, from a well-known Wholesale House, THEIR WHOLE STOCK OP SUMMER DRESS MATERIALS, Containing Six Thousand Five Hundred and Thirty seven Yards AT A TREMENDOUS DISCOUNT. The Stock consists of Every Description of Summer Goods, and will be offered at little more than Half-price. H. A T KINS Will Sell BEAUTIFUL GRENAD NES At 11 _ per yard, worth from Is dto . DRESS MATERIALS OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS At ll_d per yard, worth Is 4d to Is 9d. SPLENDID FIGURED LUSTRES At lljd per yard. SPLENDID C lIE NE M 0 lIAIR S At 11 id, worth Is Cd. SEE GOODS IN THE WINDOW At J J Id per yard, worth Is Cd to 2s. II ATKINS Will also SELL the BALANCE OF HIS SUMMER STOCK OF DRESS MATERIALS In the Fixtures, at Reduced Prices. Specia Inducements to Buyers of D R APE R V & FURNISHING During the Christmas Holidays. Cheap Silk Jackets, Lace Shawls, Parachutes, Ladies' Silk Umbrellas, Black Silks, &c, FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS. THE CHEAPEST CLOTHING In Town during the Christmas Holidays. Speciai CHEAP LINES in all Departments, more especially THE CLOTHING DEPARTMENT During the Christmas Holidays. Cheap Trousers, Trousers and Vests, Tweed Suits, Black and Blue Paget and Galatoa Coats, Alpaca Coats, Dust Coats, Etc., Etc., Etc. FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS. JUST OPENED, 1 BALE CHEAP , PAPERING CALICO. H. ATKINS, Lvtk Hay and Honeymabt.



i\ Ivor w_tanq-a.bei and, F.l|.\ JO MANGAPAi. «-kS*_3 The Cutter Bertha Will sail for the above TO-MORROW, Dili instant. t noon. -, "O O R NA P I .1. B. Mfmms^ sonoonei' Bpfesrsw.^aijH' lVlei'llll AVill sail as above on MONDAY next, the 12th inst. For freight or passage, apply to M. NICCOL, Agent, Custom-house-street. NORTH SHORE.— To Let for a term, the land known as the "Sheep Mount," substantially fenced.—Oliver Mays. npO LET, a Cottage of Seven rooms, J- in Allen Road.—Apply to Jno. Kirkwood. BOARD OF EDUCATION. rpHE Annual Meeting for the Elec -»- tion of the t chool Committee for the Parnell I District will be held at the Sclinol-room, Parnell, on FRIDAY, the 23rd instant, at 7.30 pm. FREDERICK J. MOSS, Secretary. 1 UST TO HAND BY SUEZ MALL W A Largo Collection of Fine-named HYACINTH ANT) TULIP B;ULBS, In splendid condition. R. BAIRD, Victoria Seed Stores. New Zealand Steam Coffee Mills. Establish ]_D 18C4.] D STEPHEN SON & CO. * Have on Hand and for Sale :— Coffees—Raw and Roasted, Plantation, Java, Native in bond and duty paid Coffee, packed in lib, 21b, 41b, 6!b, 71b 12ib, 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 .lbtins Curry Powder, Morton's, Cross & Blackwell'sjand Bengal, in _-lb and 111) bottles Chocolate and Cocoa, Fry's, Taylor's, and Epp's Chocolate, French, lib packets Arrowroot, lib and 7lb tins Nutmeg, whole or ground, in ins or bulk Cloves do do do Ginger do do do Carraway do do do Cinnamon do do do Pimento do do do Mixed Spices, in loz. packets, plain and fancy bore 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 & SPICE MERCH N T ■WyxnilAM BTRTCF.T. AUCKLAND TTEMATITE PAINT Pi:T*.rAVT.EI> VKOM H E MA T ITE IRO N 0R E, obtained from the District of Coliingwood, Nelson, New Zealand. This Paint, after severe tests, has been found to surpass all others, and is epecially applicable to Iron Roofing, Park Fencing, Farm and other Buildings, Bridges, Hurdling, Farm Implements, Carts and Waggons, Gates, and all exposed works. • It is sold in fine powder ; will keep any length of time ; no grinding, tinting, or staining being neces sary. It requires simply to be mixed with "Oil Mixture," according to " Directions for Use," and thus avoid the objections to all paints sold " mixed ready for use " The HEMATITE PAINT will be found to be cheaper Hum other paints, as it can be prepared and sold in Auckland for less than is charged for Lead or Zinc Paints, and, taking weight for weight, will cover a much larger surface. Sold by HOL AND & BUTLER, 0I L & OL 0 R MERCHANT S, 28 & 30, VICTORIA STREET, Auckland.



MONDAY, JANUARY 12. FURNITURE SALT-: AT MR D. MARKS', QUEEN-STREET, NEXT CITY HALL. .13. TONES & CO. HAVE been instructed by Mr D. Marks, who is leaving the colony, to sell on Monday, January 12, at his residence", next City Hall; entrance from Lome-street, The Entire of his HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, comprising Horse Hair-seated Chairs and Couch, Brussels, Carpets, Choice Engravings, Plated-ware, Lustres, Carved Cheffonnier, Tables, Turbular Iron Bedsteads, Feather Beds, Chests of Drawers, Cooking Utensils, &c., &c. Entrance—Lome-street. TUESDAY, .JANUARY 13. CUTTER SOVEREIGN OF THE SEAS. THE Subscribers have received in structions to sell, at the Mart, Fort-street, on Tuesday next, 13th inst., at 12 o'clock. The Fast-sailing Cutter SOVEREIGN OF THE SEAS, "-.0 tons register, with all her sails, gear, anchors, chains, -Vc. The sale of this well-known vessel affords a good opportunity for obtaining a first-class and profitable vessel. She has recently received a thorough over haul, and carrying as she does a large cargo on a light draught of water, combined with her rare sailing powers, make her a most desirablo invest ment. For further particulars andinventory on application. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. TO-MO R R O W. HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, CHAM PAGNE, GIN, &c, &c. rpHE Subscribers will sell at the -B- Mart. Fort-street, To-morrow, 9th instant, at eleven o'clock, A General Assortment of Household Furniture, comprising Cedar Loo Table, Green Damask, covered Couch and six Chairs, Sofa, Book case and Cheft'onnier, Mantle Mirrors, Pictures, School Maps, Rimu Half-sester Bedsteads, Mattrasses. Chest Drawers, Wash stands, Dressing Tables, Iron Cots, Croquet Set, Leamington Range, Mangle, Fiji Curios, Shells, &c., _c. Also, 0 cases Champagne 7 cases Gin 4 dozen Port Wine. By order of the Collector of H.M Customs, H 470—29 boxes Tea, ex Mary Shepherd BY ORDER OF THE CURATOR OF INTESTATE ESTATES HE N. BUTLERS ESTATE. 0 boxes Clothing:, Tools, Sundries. AT 11 O'CLOCK SHARP, 5 400-gallon Iron Water Tanks Spring Cart Crab Winch. SaAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. FRIDAY, JANUARY 9 IRON TANKS, SPRING CART. THE Subscribers will sell, at Mr J. Craig's Yards, Fort street, on Friday next, at 11 o'clock sharp, 5 400-gallon Iron Water Tanks Spring Cart. SAMUEL OOCHIUNE & RON, •' "s^i Aufitioi.eors, : :



■ MONDAY, JANUARY 2G. CHOICE AND BEAUTIFUL FREE H0 L D B GIL D 1 N G SI TE S, MOUNT EDEN ROAD AND EPSOM. T^TE have been favoured with in structions to sell, on the above date, THIRTY-FIVE. CHOICE FREEHOLD • VILLA SITES AT EDENSIDE. These Properties are within easy walking-distance on one of the best roads leading out of the City. They have Volcanic Soil/and are most healthily situ ated on the western side of Mount Eden, by which they are completely sheltered from easterly winds. They command a prospect scarcely to be equalled in the Province.—Southward may be- seen the Manukaxi Heads and a portion of the Harbour ; westward, the forest clad ranges of the Waitakerei, and the peaceful fields of the great intervening valley ; northward, t>e western suburbs and the noble waters of the Waite mata, and the blue ocean beyond,—the whole forming a magnificent panorama which for extent, variety and beauty may be rivalled, but cannot be surpassed. To those who arc desirous of securing a home site which combines heathful location, easy access, rich soil, and delightfully-varied scenery, this sale will afford such an opportunity as can but seldom occur. Terms ;j_Ha!f cash ; balance at twelve months, bearing interest at 7 per cent.; 2_ per cent, discount allowed on all balances paid within one month from date of sale. For further particulars apply to B. TON itS & C 0., Auctioneers ; Or, CLARK & GARLICK, Land Agents and Brokers, 22, Exchange, Auckland. MONDAY, JANUARY 12. EMIGRATION BARRACKS, FREEMAN'S BAY. THE Subscribers hove received in structions to st 11 at the Land Mart, Fort street, on Monday next, 12th instant, ot 12 o'clock, The Materials of the Buildings known as the "Emigration Barracks," Freeman's Bay, con sisting of Piles, Bricks, Timber, &c. To be removed within three weeks of the day of sale.



I SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION. BUILDING ALLOTMENT AT DEVON PORT. TO BE LEASED FOR A TEEM OF 21 YEARS. THE Subscribers have received in structions from the Board of Education to Lease by public auction, on Wednesday, 21st January, at 12 o'clock, fur a term of 21 years. The following GRAMMAR SCHOOL ENDOAV MENT, viz— ALLOTMENT No. 20, Section No. 2, Parish o T AKA.PUNA, subdivided into 9 large Build ing Allotment, having frontages of from SO to 100 feet to the Victoria and Beach Roads, by depths ranging from 151 to 270 feet. Plans can be obtaiued at the office of SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers MONDAY, JANUARiY 12. VALUBLE FREEHOLD SUBURBAN RESIDENCES AND SITES, DEVONPORT. ROSEB A N K. TH E Subscribers have received instructions to sell, by public auction, at the Land Mart, Fort street, on Monday, January 12, at 12 o'clock. That Valuable Freehold Suburban Property situated at the foot of the Flagstaff Hill, Devonport, North Shore, and known as ROSEBANK NURSERY. The Property has been subdivided into FIFTEEN LARGE BUILDING ALLOTMENTS, having frontages to two Government roads, ranging from 48 feet to 05 feet, by an average depth of about 200 feet. On Lot 13 is erected a Comfortable Family Resi dence, containing six rooms ; and on lot S is a neat little Cottage. N.B.— In 'calling attention to the well-known salubrity of the North Shore the Auctionel-) would recommend those desirous of tlie enjoyni. Nt of good health not to neglect this opportunity "(si h as rarely occurs) of securing a freehold residence sue in this delightful suburb of Auckland. The allotments are now pegged and flagged Plans can be obtained from SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. MONDAY, JANUARY 26. VALUABLE FREEHOLD CITY PROPERTY QUEEN AND GEEY-STREETS. 'THE Subscribers have received in „, sections to sell, at the Land Mart Fort-street on Monday, 2Gth January, at 12 o'clock, ' That valuable piece of Freehold City Pronertv cA a heA 1D immediately adToin mg the Army and JNavy Hotel, havine front- G?ev°sw/ ef l° Q«reet^nd CoVeetto lots ' d either in one or two wlTh^^PnLS. 1011 of, thls Property, combined SSded hv «,!, T n M 5" d extra accommodation afforded by the double frontages, Queen and Gx«v- Cirtv for T l pr -° ne„°., tho "o* Able sites in the miL ° Hal1 * a Tileatre. or Business Pre- Terms : Easy, SAMUEL COCHRANE h SON. " Auctinwr*-,