three lived in Noumea, together with the majority of the Communists, who have full liberty and earn their livings at various occu pations, being prohibited only from leaving the island. They are not treated in any way as ordinary convicts. DOUBTFUL STATEMENTS. Several statements which Follett has made on thefaceofthemappear very doubtful, and these yje at once discredit. Among other things he gays Rochefort fell overboard. The first account of this occurrence given by him was thatwhentwo or three days out the captain and he were struggling on deck, both intoxicated, and they tumbled over. The boat, *he said, w »8 being towed astern, and so they were saved. This he afterwards contradicted by saying that Rochefort never drank, and that he was sitting on the rail when he fell over ; that the boat was on deck, and was lowered at once, the captain (on deck) remarking that «i It was a pretty fine thing passengers tumbling over in this way." A third version ■was that Eochefort slipped overboard when first getting on to the vessel. The fourth version, that captain and mate fell overboard. It is quite clear that there is no foundation ■whatever, for the statement about the captain or Rochefort falling overboard. The state ment about the Governor taking the gunboats away also seems to be a mistake.

REWARDS FOR THE P.C.E. SERVICES

Follett says the captain and owners of the P.C.E. received £1000 for their part in the matter. He further says that the crew were promised £10 a piece by Rochefort. About this he a^s<? *ell two stories. On the onehandstatingthat he did not get his money, and again that he went ashore with the captain, and following Rochefort up obtained it in French money, for which he only obtained £6 when exchanged.

CAPTAIN LAW'S STATEMENT.

The Captain of the P.O.E. states with re gard to Follett's account of the affair that Follett was shipped at Noumea as assistant to the steward. That he had previously been locked up in gaol at Noumea for vagrancy. • That the Governor of the island was away from Noumea ten days previous to the escape, but arrived the day after the P.C.E, i had left. He also says that there were two gunboats and a frigate lying between the shore and his vessel, and he cannot under stand how the boat containing the six escaping prisoners could have passed the sentries at the Peninsula, where ifcochef ort and two of his companions were confined, and have also got past the gunboats and frigate unless there was complicity on the part of the French, as it was customary to challenge all boats. The itory about himself, Rocheforb, or the mate falUns; overboard is without a shadow of foundation. He admits being on shore the night previous to their departure, and thinks the mates were also; but says he was aboard again by twelve o'clock. The sinking of the boat with a grindstone he says is contradic ted by the fact that the boat was picked up, next day. Upon this fact he referred us to Capt. Jackson, of the Clio. How the Communists got on board he does not say, but adds that they first showed themselves on the .following^ afternoon. The copy of '' BowßeJls "he says was not procured in Noumea, but was bought by his wife at Newcastle, and was toot given ,to Fallett to build a fire, but is now On the hulk Cantero in thi3 port. The men had escaped before they reached his vessel, and he does not consider, there fore, that he is responsible for the laches of the French authorities. He confirms Follett's itatement regarding their treatment on shore. Hebelievea theirintention was originally togo on to Sydney in the open boat, a journey which two convicts performed once before, •nd which, owing to the steady trade winds, fa not'attended with very great danger; but that they altered their intention in favour of stowing away aboard the barque. One of them firlt showed himself on the following afternoon; they then gave false names, which were entered in the logbook, and are there still. He first noticed the resem blance between the portrait in " Bow Bells" and Rochefort, and showed it to the latter, who admitted his identity, as stated by ]?ollett.. Groussett, who reads English fluently, at once translated the account of Rochefort contained in the number into French. The Communists, he says, only paid £5 each for their passages, and promised nothing to the crew with the exception of a gratuity to the steward, which Rochefort offered on account of his kindness to him during his sickness. The first tone the full names of the passengers Were given was at the Custom-house, Kewcastle, where they entered their right names. He says Rocheforfc was not the i leut afraid of the approach of any French Tewel, as he informed the captain that after ; tto vessel was three miles from shore, they, 1 *^fflg political prisoners, could not be taken. V off ah EngUsa ship. The captain further •dds that he wants Follett on a charge of obtaining money on false pretences. He will ■ot gWe us any information as to how the prisoners escaped or how they got aboard ai» ship. Inxeply to Dr. Lang, who pre sented an address on vellum to Rochefort in Sydney, Rochefort said he could not state Ww how he escaped, but it would yet be known. He vindicated to Captain Law the principles of Communism, particularly their ««m that the municipal government should M«lecti7«>, but repudiated all responsibility jw the excesses committed, and said that «• mob threw: open the gaols, when the mis- Wwnts, who were beyond control, shot down their own officers, or anyone they met, aochefort expressed great admiration for Uunbetta, who, he said, would be the wxt President pf the French Republic.

P^AIN, JACKSON'S STATEMENT

I n«. J 1 refei?»ce to the point on which I «i Sv *** referred us to Captain Jackson I J l Bchooi»er Clio, namely, the finding of ■ ™c. Wat by which the Communist's made 1 to'it 80*56 to % barque, Captain Jackson 1 S?*f?nthe^Pre£erred to fey 9 aPtain I h*Vnv Non|nea two days previous to ■ V-olf *°:fi'» and does not know from personal 9 S* < any*Wng that transpired imme m eZ/ * ter the cs <»P8 of Rochefort and his I S?lo^^6 Bayß, however, that the l| S°™^°Pfnwiim Noumea when he was last m SEE? that CaPt- Law knew all about the B Art i? 0*1* Priftr to its being carried into I «tte«l t .merely this as the sub -8 -Will""P^wm communicated to himself | J persona resideat at Noumea. M x»ki B aENERAI inclusions. II thewr!?! bothl accounts, it appears that 1 n v mn^ ath™Qningt^ougli FoUett's 9 ?i hou^'he appears to have put 1 ktblvtiT the Pl«ce of the steward. Pro- I +miJr& aA of tfae way the men came S fct^^Sr 1?, 8 th« captain's absence ashore 9 **iiiiM -er M«ertions which are rather m "oiaeS <iomcide in a general way with M NS m. ■*•■ captain's statement. Our 9 in«e .^° n 7 Mto recognise where they H Wit £ whe!;« they differ, and can draw ■ *&mfr I S )nolu|nons. On some points the ■ ft* debril. 9 C.OU!rBe' reticent, and whether ■■ by Follett supply the ft in respect of the stafce mk S*-S»iS c 4 0fficera went ashore on the ■l^nVcw! 8.* 0 filing in order to make Hf : JDini*™ " open <luestion ■r* *^EINTEif TIONS OP ROCHE II W th?V y FoUett *Q»* from what he H dkrw^S"?ll^*ll saying Rochefort II poied to proceed direct to Bag-

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AMUSEMENTS

circle alone marked disapproval of $Ty nOt7C l7 'IOW m°ral tone °f *£ P Z'* c piece waa fairly pre sented, a greater regard to stage accessories aSFo is^sual The bronaht ■"? °f, Mr Calder had he™ of, P S i mto ? layJn the Production of several scenes for the occasion, which lent additional attractiveness to the performance. In the first act the " Boat scene" by the company was striking, and their appearance was greeted with applause. Miss Tilly Andrews enacted the part of Formosa, and gave what would have been a fair rendering of the character had she have thrown a little more life in her acting. Tom Burroughs, in the hands of Mr Douglas was a well-con ceived and creditably acted part. To our mind the character of the piece is Major Jorum, which we are bound tp say was very poorly sustained by Mr Collier, who failed to throw into it that finish and cool insouciance of manner which are the embodiment of the unscrupulous roue and blackleg. The strong Irish accent, too, which he introduced into the character marred the personation, and one could not divest himself of the idea that he was listening to O'Callaghan in "His Last Legs." Mr South as usual was exceed ingly happy as Bob Saunders, as also Mr Vivian as Spooner. His conception of the character was truthful, his acting good, and the part was dressed to per fection. Mr Vivian in his new r6le may be complimented on having shown histrionic ability. The Doctor Porriraus of Mr Hill, and the Sam Walker of Mr Searle, were fair representations. Miss Lizzie Busche essayed successfully the part of Nelly Saunders, as did Miss Main warning that of Edith, while Miss Melville and Mrs Searle in their respective roles were effective. The performance will be repeated to-night. BACH ELDER'S PANTASCOFE.

Mr Bachelder's pantascope was exhibited on Saturday evening to a goodly audience, and the various scenes as they successively moved along were greeted with applause. Mr Bachelder thanked his-audience for their feverous appreciation of his labours, and an nounced that he would continue the pantas cope for a few nights more, finally closing on Thursday evening next. It is scarcely necessary to enter into a minute description of the well-known and highly pleasing series of views of American cities and scenery, as the majority of our readers we presume have those faithful representations of nature and the works of man, but to those persons who have not passed an evening in the City Hall we would recom mend an early visit. The accompanying music, by Messrs Saunders, Lord and Lee, is of the first order, while the pedestal dance and hornpipe of Mr Frank Verten, and the gymnastics of wooden Lottie, add charm and variety to the entertainment.

THE MAGNET TROUPE.

The popular company which has acquired colonial fame as Foley's Magnet Troupe gave a very successful entertainment at the Mechanics' Institute on Saturday evening to a crowded house. Miss Kate and John, her brother, elicited loud and prolonged cheers by their comic songs and dances. Mr Her bert was also successful with his song, " Ricketty Barlow" (first cousin of the renowned " Billy"), while Mr. Le Page's single trapeze performance was much ad mired. We notice that the Onehunga people are never slow in recognising talent when ever they have the opportunity of doing so.

ROYAL ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY.

The prospectus of the Eoyal English Opera Company is announced. This company, which bears a high character for combined talent, will commence a series of twenty four nights in the Prince of Wales Theatre on the evening of the 6th proximo. Par ticulars and tickets may be obtained at Messrs. Upton and Co. 's. We notice further, that the conductor is Mr G. B. Allen, 8.M., Oxon, and the leader Mons. A. Fleury, of Paris. The scenery has been prepared, by Mr J. S. Willis and his assistants, and every thing, such as dresses, appointments, and effects, provided in order that the opera may be as perfect in all its details as human genius can make it.

New Graving Dock.

A special meeting of the Harbour Board was held this afternoon to receive the report of Captain Daldy an the above subject after his return fram Wellington. After the assembling of the members the Chairman rose and said he had taken the first opportunity after his return of laying before the Board the result of bis ne gotiations with the Government at Wel- Uneton in the matter of the new dock. After his arrival at Wellington he had an in terview with Mr Vogel and Mr Richardson. Their consultation lasted two days, and on the third he put into writing what the Board desired and forwarded it to Mr Richardson. To this he received the following reply:— "In reply to your letter of the 12fch inst. having reference to the Auckland Harbour I bay! the honor to state that Government will be prepared to propose to the General Assembly during its next session the altera tion S the present Auckland Harbour Dock Act, 1871, either by way of amendment or by a new Act embodying the general provisions contained in the Act, I 87 1 That a plan be attached to the BUI shewing the works to be executed and that a schedule of these works as per margin be also attached. ~ fi . Harbour Board. . •. . j. O H s 5 That the maximum rate 01 wu»

inserted in the Act.making the title to the present railway station clear. 8. That provision be made for an accumu lating sinking-fund in lieu of the debentures being paid off by annual drawings. 6. Provision to be nude in the Act to allow the Government to carry the Railway along Custom-hou3e-street to the foot of Queen-street; and that a portion of land as shewn in the plan not exceeding one chain wide on the North side of Custom-house street between Fort-street and Queen-street be granted to the Government for purposes of a railway station. If the above provisions are agreed to by your Board I shall feel obliged if you willhave the necessary bill drawn by Mr Whitaker who will act on behalf of both parties, and forwarded to me at your earliest convenience. Edward Richards©!*, '.-.'... . Chairman. After the reading of those documents, the Chairman wished to move a motion pledging the Board to abide by the conditions con tained in them. This, however, was objected to by Mr Yon der Heyde, who maintained that the'business of the meeting was to consider the report of the Chairman not to pass resolutions. Captain Daldy then explained at some length several of the passages. It was then resolved that the letters of the chairman be referred to the Works Commit tee, and that a special meeting be convened for Thursday next to receive and consider such report! This was all the business.

TELEGRAPHIC.

(From our own Correspondent.)

LYTTELTON.

This day. Arrived—Atrato, and cleared. The single girls were landed on Saturday, and the re mainder to-day. The steamer has a large cargo, and will load here for London via Cape of Good Hope. The Helena, from Kaipara, has also arrived. There is no news of the Velooidade. Sailed—Acacia, Natal Queen and. Corrido, for Auckland ; Eleanor, Aaurgni and Prince Victor, for Newcastle.

TAURANGA.

This day. The Southern Cross arrived at five o'clock yesterday afternoon. She leaves for Opo tiki this evening, and returns to Auckland on Wednesday morning.

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OASS tenders his sincere thank* to his customers for their liberal pat- I ronage during >the past four years, and having now disposed of his business respectfully asks for a con tinuance of their favors to his successors the MUaes Milne^. -■/ ; ' ; ' ' * dBNU IN E SAL E DRAPERY, MILLINERY, HOSIERY, Etc., Etc., Etc- THE MISSES MILNE Best to call the attention of their friends and the nubile generally to their having bought at a great redußtion FOR CASH, the WHOLE of the STOCK IN-TRADE of Mr B. Cass, Cheapside House, Queen street, who is leaving Auckland. As extensive alterations will be made in the nremises the whole of the Goods will be offered for onemonth REGARDLESS OF COST. Mr'B. Cass's services have baen retained during the Sale. Sale to commence TUESDAY NEXT, Cheapside Bouse. N B.—The MISSES MILNE will alfo continue their buslneis in Wyndham-street for ono mouth (com thii d»t««



TT ATKINS, In ailing attention to A LARGE STOCK ov NEW ATJTOMN AND "WTNTEB GOODS, "Wishes to state that he does net intend to resort to any RETIRING, CLEARING-OUT, or EXPIRA TION PUFF as a means of attracting Cus tomers. The liberal patronage accorded by his patrons renders any puffing or subterfuge whatever quite un necessary; indeed such RETIRING, EXPIRING, OR SELLING OFF PROFESSIONS Are generally speaking mere attempts to trade on the credulity of the Public, and are duly appreciated as Mich. . H. ATKINS Has Just Opened at Prices as low as c»n be legitima tely charged by any House in existence A SPLENDID STOCK OB1 NEW DRESS MATERIALS In Fancy and Plain Goods, French I Merinoes, "Winseys, Serges, Satin Cloths, Velveteens, Velvets, Wool Plaids &c, &c THE DRESS MATERIALS Are said to be the CHOICEST IN AUCKLAND THE FRENCH MERINOES From Is IOJd per yard Are well assorted in Colors, and considerably cheaper than last year. THE WINSEYS, From 6|d, Are remarkably well bought, and are also cheaper. A LARGE CASK OF BLACK SILKS, JUST OPENED. Same Qualities as last sold, which gava general satta faction. Positively nothing, equal to them in i quality and price in Auckland. Fair Quality Black Silk, 2s lid per yard Good Qualiity, 3s 6dper yard Very Supeiior, 3a lid, 4s 6d, 4s lid, Gs lid, up to 7s 6d, 24in. wide. LADIES' SILK UMBRELLAS. A HEAVY STOCK IN Plain and Soft Twills. Good value. 2 CASES OF REAL BLACK LUSTRES, Particularly bright and splendid value. Ladles' Cloth, Velvet, Beaver, and Waterproof JACKETS and MANTLES. A Few French Pattern Jackets, very choice. A HEAVY STOCK OF FLANNELS per cent cheaper this Season. REAL WELSH FLANNELS A few Pieces left of the best Number. crimean'shirtings. A Large Stock of Plain Greys and Quiet Colours. A capital Assortment. Crewdson's, Horrock's, and all makes in CALICOES, at a small advance on Cost CHEAP WHITE HEETINGS. A Large Lot purchased for Cash. 80in and 90in wide, in plain and twilled, 2a 3d per yard, or 2s per yard by ths piece. These are cheap at 2s 9d. CHEAP BLANKETS! CHEAP BLANKETS Decidedly the cheapest BLANKETS In Auckland In Medium, Super, andpSxtra Super All sizes. AHBAVY STOCK or QUILTS, COUNTERPANES, ETC. THE NEW MOSS TRIMMING At 2d per yard, Sold a short time ago at sd. THE CLOTHING DEPARTMENT IS FULL OF NEW GOODS, Both Imported and Auckland Made. I THE LARGEST RETAIL STOCK OF TWEEDS IN AUCKLAND. Cheap TWEEDS for Boy's wear. Tailor's allowance BOY'S AND YOUTHS' SUITS CHEAP. MBH'S WATERPROOFS, OVERCOATS, Ac. CHEAP CRIMEAN SHIRTS, WHITE SHIRTS, &o. H. ATKINS, Late Hay and Honeyman.



pRINOE OE WALES THEATRE, i ENTHUSIASTIC RECEPTION OF FORMOSA. THIS (MONDAY) EVENISTG, Junk 22, FORMOSA! RAILROAD TO RUIN ! FORMOSA ! RAJLROAD TO RUIN! FORMOSA ! RAILROAD TO RUIN ! OXFORD ' ' CAMBRIDGE ! ! OXFORD i ! CAMBRIDGE ! ! OXFORD i i CAMBRIDGE ! ! DARK BLTTE! DARK BLUE ! NOTICE.—On Tuesday evening Mr G. W. Collier will perform -Major Jorum," in imitation of the greatest exponent of that eccentne character. Mr William Hoskins. Box Office at Upton and Co. 8. ri I T T HALL. THIS (MONDAY), TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, and THURSDAY EVENINGS, Most positively the Last Four Nights, previous to departure for the United States. BACHELDER'S COLOS3EAN PANTASCOPE OP A TOUR THROUGH AMERICA, AND MUSICAL COMBINATION, The whole forming the most instructive and genuine entertainment ever presented to a New Zealand audience, thousands of people haying visited this Combination while journeying through America. Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, and New Zealand. As this Pantascope of the Cali fomian Mail Route leaves by the next mail for San Francisco, the Auckland public are desired to avail themselves of this the last opportunity of visiting this genuine Combination. MR H. MILBUBN, Premier Pianist of New Zealand. FRANK VERTEN, In New Ballads, Negro Foolishments, and Pedestal Dance. Concluding each eve Ding with the astonishing evolutions of the WOODEN-HEADED ACROBAT, And daring slack-rope performer. Cards of Admission—Front Chairs. 3s; Second ditto, 2s; Back Seats, In. Children half-price to first and second seats. The Pantascope moves at eight o'clock. pRINOE OP WALES THEATRE. ROTAL ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY, TTNDEB VICE-REGAL PATRONAGE. \ The Management of the above Company (whicl. has made a highly successful tour through New Zealand) have the honour to announce that they will give a Grand Subscription Season of twenty-four nights. GRAND OPENING NIGHT, MONDAY, JULY 6. Subscription List and Box Office Is now open at Messrs Upton and Co.'s. Stationes. Queen-street, where a Plan of Theatre can be sees, and seats reserved in advance. Terms of Subscription • One Packet, containing 24 Tickets for Dress $£*. Circle, transferable £6 10 0 One Packet.containing 24 Tickets for Stalls, transferable • ..£440 Prices op Admission : Dresß Circle, 7s 6d; Stalls, ss; Pit, 2s 6d. FULL GRAND BAND, GRAND CHORUS, AND CORPS DE DALLET. Conductor .. Mr G. B. Am.en, Mus Bac, Oxon Leader .. .. Mons. A. Fleury. NOTlCE.—During the Opera Seaton every Opera will be produced with entire New Scenery -by Mr J. S. Willis and Assistants. NEW GRAND DRESSES, NEW'APPOINTMEKT 8 AND EFFECTS. The Management also beg to announce that im provements will be ms.de in the Auditorium for the comfort of the patrons of the Opera. Cloak-rooms, with Attendants, will be provided for the accommodation of Ladies and Gentlemen. Business Manager .. .. Mr Wiluam Evans General Agent Mr M. L. Raphaei/ JH" E W T O N HALL. MRS rOMES' CONCERT. TUESDAY EVENING, JUNE 23, 1874. PROGRAMME. 1 I—lnstrumental Solo 2—" Oh, Lady fair!" Trio 3 -" I'll Follow Thee," Solo, Madame Moller 4—" The Hunter of Tyrol," Solo 6—" List to the Convent Bells," Duet, Lady Amateur 6—Recitation 7—" Come Back to Erin," Solo, t ady Amateur 8_» what are the Wild Waves Saying?" Duet 9—"The Happy Bride," Solo, Lady Amateur 10—" Peace to thy Spirit," " H Trovatore," Duet An inteival of ten minutes I—lnstrumental1 —Instrumental Duet „ 2—" Oh give me but my Arab Steed," Solo, Lady Amateur 3—" Juanita," Duet, Lady Amateur 4—" The Englishman," Solo 6—lnstrumental Solo, Madame Moller 6—" The Messenger Swallow," Solo, Lady Amateur 7—Recitation B—"Hark. I hear an Angel singl"Solo, Lady Amateur 9-" Yo ! Yah I Yo!" Song and Chorus 10—" God Save the Queen!" Doors open at 7.30, to commence at 8 o'clock. Tickets may be had at Mr E. Wayte's, Queen-street, and of Mr Hoyes, Post-office, Newton-. ROYAL BLACK PBEOEPTOBY, No. 149, 1.0. An Emergency Meeting of the above Preceptory will be held on MONDAY next, June 22, at 8 p.m., at the Protestant Hall. Newton. Visiting Brethren are invited to attend. By order of the W.M. LO YA L OB AN G E INSTITUTION. The ANNUAL SOIREW will be held on MONDAY, July IS, In the Choral Hall, Sj monds-street. Tea at 6pm, after which J. M. Dargavilms, Bag., M.P.0., will take the chair. Several Clergymen and gentlemen will address the Meeting. Tickets, 2s 6d each. TO-MORROW (TUESDAY), At 11 o'Clock a.m. DRUGGETS! CARPETS! (On Account of Those Concerned.) E. & H. ISAACS WILL Sell by auction To-morrow, at • their Store, Port-street, at 11 o'clock, The following Bales, all more or less damaged by sea water, ex Jubilee, from London:—" 8 in Diamond—^ 474—2 Rolls Kidder Carpets 476—2 „ „ „ 479-4 „ Felt „ All mote or lesa slightly damaged, to bo •old on account of whom concerned.



WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24. g COEN EXCHANGE. TO CLOSE CONSIGNMENTS.: GE O. W. BIN NE V WILL sell by public auction at the Corn Exchange, on Wednesday, 24th June, at 11 o'clock sharp, 28 kega Batter 16 bags Onions 3 cases Bacon J . 10 cases Cheese j 14 sacks Malt, more or less damaged 30 cases Peacock's Jams 10 boxes Tea 10 cases figs - f ■ 1(50 bags Ric<J 80 sacks Wheat. Terms at Sale. TUESDAY, JUNE~23, AT A-QUARTER TO ELEVEN SHARP. TO SHIPOWNERS, BOATMEN, AND OTHERS. X 4 H. ISAACS WILL sell by auction at their scores, Fort-street, on Tuesday, the 23rd instant, at a-qi:arter to 11 o'clock sharp, 2 first-class, Regulation-built, Copper-fastened Longboats, from 19ft 2in to 22ft long, with Oars, Sails, Masts, *c, as passed by Govern- j - ment Inspector for the emigrant ship Eoopa rell. Particulars at our office. The boats can be inspected by intending purchasers on board the ship, now lying at the Queen-street "Wharf, and will be found to be first-class boats, and in the best possible order being quite new. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24th. FREEHOLD PROPERTY. WYNDHAM STREET, YIELDING OVER £200 PER ANNUM. B. TOMKS & CO. HAVE been instr acted by Mr P. Dabby, to sell on "Wednesday next, at 12 ° Valuable Freehold Property Wyndham-street. opposite Claniioarde Hotel, consisting of five well-built Shops, each flve rooms, well finished throughout, in first-class repair and yielding at very low rents to good tenants, over £200 per annum.] The above offers a first-rate investment the situation always commands good tenants, and the present rents may be considerably Increased by granting leases to present tenants. Terms liberal. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24. E X IE N;.,57l V E S A L?E FRUIT, JAMS, ETC., ETC. Ex "Chanticleer, prom Hobart Town. "H. S. MEYERS & CO. WILL 'sell by. auction on the above date at 11 o'clock. „. EOO cases choice APPLES, consisting of- Bifetones. Pearmains, New York Pippins, Nonpareil Kussetts, Stone Pippins, btur m*rs, French Crabs, &c, *c. 100 cases Knight's New-seasoned Jams 20 bales Tasmanian 1874 Hops 2 cases Oppossum Rugs 4 casks Soft Shell Almonds. Terms at sale. _; . TUESDAY, J UJSTE 23, AT ELEVEN O'CLOCK MELBOURNE-MADE CLOTHING, HATS, CAPS, DRAPERY, AHD CARPETS. i v E. & H. ISAACS. WILL sell by auction at their; Stores, Fort-street, on Tuesday, 23rd inst, > at 11 o'clock, The following Goods to close consignments— 2 cases Melbourne-made Trousers, Vests, and 9 packages containing Waterproof Clothing, ditto iJggs, Portmanteaus, Hats, Caps, and Hosiery, Welsh and Crimean Flannels, and Austrian Rugs, &c, &c. 6 bales containing light neat patterns West minster Carpets, Brussels and Axmmster Hearth Rugs, &c, &c, &c. _ TO-MORROW, NOON. mo BE SOLD BY AtJCIION, Household Furniture and Effcts Pictures, Books, Fancy Goods A Good Single-barrelled Gun A Rifle, a pair of Horse Pistols, Clocks, > etc. R . A R T H U. R , Auctioneer. ~~ TUESDAY, JUJNJfI 23. AMERICAN TUBS, PAILS & WASH BOARDS, EX FLORENCE. BRUSH WARE, TOBACCOS, GROCERIES, SUGAR, RICE, WHITING, HOPS, CIGARS, &c. B. TONES & CO. - HAVE been instructed to sell, on Tuesday, at eleven o'clock, American Tubs, Buckets, Pails, and "Wash boards 6 tons Yellow Sugat SO casks Whiting 10 tons Rice 10 casks Canary and Hemp Seed 20 tons fine Stoved Salt 6 casks Maravilla Oocoa M 10 bales Nelson Hops, a prime sample 5 casks Currants 2 cases Coloured Twine 2 cases Liquorice 5 bales Brown and Grey Paper 10 casks Light Blue Ac. &O. SO dozen Scrubbing Brushes 20 dozen Hair Brooms 3 cases American Brooms 50 cases Oysters / Without Eeserve. ; 2 cases Navy Tobacco, " Pe»rl" ■' ; 4 cases Navy Tobacco, " Belle et Boune, WEDNESDAY/JUNE 24. • -' — ■ ' - ■ ■ '■' . CITY MART. GENERAL DRAPERY & CLOTHING. GRANT & MORTON HAVE received instructions to sell by auction at the City Mart, on Wednes* day. June 24, at 11 o'clock, I General Drapery. Clothing, &c, &c. Terms at Sale. Also, ■ ' ON ACCOUNT OF WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, 8 oases Men's Mole Trousers, 2 and 3 crowns. Terms :—Cash. TUESDAY, JUNE 23. 250 VESTAS! PLAID VESTAS! WITHOUT RESERVE ! B. TONKS & CO. HAVE been instructed to sell, ori. Tuesday, at eleven o'clock, 20 cases Bell and BlacVs 250 Vestas 18 cases Palmer's 250 Vestas 10 OM6B Bowler's 250 Vestas ' 85 cases Plaid Vestas fifp*"* *®^ tma Wltkout B*MtTo.~On iccotmtfof ihlppetl