SUPPLEMENT TO THE AUCKLAND EVENING STAR.

TAKE HER UP TENDERLY.

A LONG ISLAND SOUND TRAGEDY —THE FATE OP AN ANONYMA. A combination of circumstances led tne to become a frequent passenger, in the summer of 18—, on a steamboat leaving the wharves of New York, whose destination was Boston. A person "who had been fortunate enough to make this journey in favourable weather need not be told that the trip is delightful, particularly so if it be made in one of those "floating palaces" belonging to the Pall Biver Line. •On one of these occasions, just before the boat started, a pretty gir], of perhaps seventeen or eighteen, stepped aboard, inquired for the steward, and secured a stateroom, saying she was going through to Boston. Her manner was easy and self-possessed ; yet a certain audacious sauciness in her splendid brown eyes, the jaunty way in which she wore her Tm-kish hat, her independent air, and a nameless suggestion of mischief which appeared to lurk in every movement, arrested the observer's attention, and seemed to indicate that she was pro ficient beyond her years in the world's knowledge; that her tutelage, to say the least, had partaken more of lenience than of prudence. Her dress was rich, and exquisitely becoming, but with no attempt at conspicuous ornament. Her hair was of the same rich brown color as her eyes, and fell down to her waist, resting as lovely on her fair young shoulders, as if each separate hair were endowed with electric life. From the moment the vessel started she was the target of universal atten tion. The ladies eyed her very nar rowly, and criticised her dress and manner with that merciless severity known only to the gentler sex. The gentlemen cast sly glances of admira tion from beneath their hats and be hind their newspapers ; and the gravest of them looked more amiable at sight of her bright eyes and childish counte nance. As we swept ont into the Sound she came on deck, where most of the gen tlemen and several ladies were congre gated, and directed a fusilade of small conversation at the captain, addressing him in a tone of reckless levity, and with a familiarity which startled the ladies and amused the gentlemen ; and otherwise conducting Jiei'self in a man ner which left no doubt as to her f ocial status- In less than ten minutes every lady on board was her avowed enemy, and not at all afraid to let it be known ; tut she chattered on in her rollicking way, regardless of smiles or frowns — apparently the irredeemable devotee of thoughtlessness aud folly. The afternoon drifted slowly by, freighted with a delicious langor, as the majestic vessel swept onward through the waste of waters. The pas sengers lounged listlessly from deck to cabin, reading, drowsing or musing, as their various temperaments inclined them, but all yielding, to some extent, to the dreamy contentment which seemed to pervade the atmosphere. We were all on deck shortly after tea, admiring the sunset, which flooded the sea and sky with atransforming splendor. It was a gay company; not a sad face could be found amongst us all. The too- Intense heat of the day had subsided, and a soft breeze had sprung up: to "breathe the air was, In itself, an inspira tion. Our irrepressible and too-confiding young-lady passenger was there, and her childish laugh rang out above the rest. She had selected the good-natured captain and one or two of his officers a3 the es pecial objects of her flippant, though by no means vicious raillery ; and they per mitted it, partly from an acqiured habit of affability toward all passengers, and partly because they were amused by her irresistible vivacity. The lady passengers, of course, shunned and kept aloof from her as from a noxious poison, as if her very contact would breed pestilence. The gentlemen did likewise to a great extent; more, I believe, from a tender regard forfeminine opinion than from any considerable instinct of horror. Suddenly the smile died on her lips, and her face became inexpressible sad and earnest as she gazed far out across the water. Her attitude and expression, as she stood thus, formed a picture which will never fade in my memoiy; she looked so innocent, so childlike, and so intensely sorrowful. :In amement she turned to the captain, with something of her old manner. Beaching up her delicate white hands, she took hold of his abundant whiskers, on each side of his face, as the reader has seen a petted daughter caress her father, and looking up in his face, asked, with great solemnity: " Did you ever want to die, Captain ?" " "Well, no, my child," he replied,some "what surprised at her changed manner, " I can't say that I ever had a great desire to die." ** And if you had such a desire, what would you do V " Oh! in that case," said he, as he loosed her hands and turned away, " I think, as it would be the most available method, I should jump overboard and drown myself." Scarcely had he finished speaking, when she whirled,-put one hand on the railing, and leaped into the Sound. The whole movement was so instan taneous that it was impossible for any one to anticipate or prevent it. A cry of horror went up from those who saw the movement. Some stood transfixed and unable to move, while ' others hurried about in «onfused txcite-

I merit. The captain and his crew worked like the noble men they were, and had the boats lowered and manned almost . instantly. A moment after her disappearance she came to the surface. There was nothing scared in her expression, and she made no struggle to save herself. I saw her lace distinctly, as she came up, and fancied I could detect in it the same sorrowful look it had worn a few moments before ; though even that ex pression could not wholly deprive it of ' a certain jaunty grace which became it well. It was only a momentary glimpse which we had of her; for she disappeared just as the first boat touched the water, and wenevet saw her afterwards, though every possible effort was made to find her. I think I never saw sadder men than those rough sailors when they pulled the heavy yawl alongside and replied, to a hundred simultaneous interrogatories, "We found no trace of her at all." And those gentle ladies, who shrank with such aversion from her half an hour before, had many a tender utterance for her now, and could not voice their pity when they knew that, while she laughed the loudest, the homeless child's poor heart was breaking. And later, when, on looking through her state-room, they found a little sachel, and in it, among other trifles, a crumpled bit of note-paper, with verses written on it in a small, cramped hand, the pure, sweet tears of human sympathy, as they read, fell on the paper like benison. I preserved a copy of the verses, and will reproduce them here. lam unable to say whether they were original or no. If a quotation, I have never been so fortu nate as to read them in any published book : A magdalen's death. I can no longer endure this polluting, This festering; breath ; Gladly I fly to the refuge that's left me — Merciful death. Not sadly, fearfully, But gladly, cheerfully, Go to my death. Priests may refuse to grant sanctified burial Here unto me; Father, I thank Thee ! a blessing is always held Over the sea, Aye, in its wildest foam, Aye, in its thickest gloom, Blest is the sea. Welcome, 0 sea ! with thy breakings and dashings, That never shall cease ; Down in thy angriest, stormiest waters Oh, hide me in peace. Say to the weary face, " Come to thy resting-place, Slumber in peace." This was all. No clew to tell if there were any on earth to whom she had been dear. No last word for those who might perhaps wait patiently to leai'n her fate, but wait in vain, until painful apprehen sion subsided into calm despair. No ex planation of the motives of that rashness which thus had set its daring foot upon the laws of nature, which are the laws of God. We know the deep sea holds many secrets such as these, which never will be fathomed till the end ot time ; and knowing this is it the part of manhood or of womanhood to sit in judgment on that which the Creator has folded in mystery 1 For what power, save the far-reaching Prescience of Almighty God, can lay bare the complex motives of the human heart % Is it more than justice to demand that judgment be suspended until the sea gives up its dead, and the dead give up their awful secrets. I have no sympathy with that apotheosis of vice'which would, in any case, exalt the wanton into an heroine ; but, in* all sincerity, is it not time that she received more of charity and less of censure, more of pity and less of scorn, from those who can afford to be magna nimous ? For what, among earth's meanest creatures, receives less of charity and more of censure than she 1 And surely, nothing in heaven or earth stands more in need of pity, or less receives it.

INTERNATIONIAL SWIMMING MATCH.

The American papers report an International Swimming contest for 2,000d015. and the World's Champion ship, at Pleasure Bay, New York. The " contestants " as they are called, were one Johnson, an Englishman, and Trautz, an American ; and the distance was three miles. We have only space for the close of the contest: —" The struggle was now intense, and the excitement great. Trautz swung out with vigour, and by a splendid effort drew ahead of Johnson, amid the loud applause of the multitude on the water and on shore. Johnson was also putting out his strength, but was apparently only desirous of holding his position, and not falling behind at this stage of the race. Once more Johnson's head disappeared from view, and his wonderful overhand stroke was seen driving him throvgh the water. He rose breast to breast with the Ameri-1 can. The excitement was now at its height. The men were nearing the | dock, and the thousands of people ashore sent up shout after shout in response to the cheers of those on the water. At this instant, while the men were almost on a line, the Englishmen suddenly let out his enormous reserved strength. Throwing himself forward head down, as if he had been propelled from a cannon, he shot swiftly past the American. Over went the right arm in a. succession of strokes, each of which seemed to drive the swimmer forward like a steam-engine.,

T?ot only past Trautz, but past the rowers he shot, and it was evident thai the race was o\ rei\ : Oh ! good morn ing !' ' That settles it !' and similav remarks went up on every side, and the applause from the water and tbe shore was deafening. The American. nothing daunted, struggled gallantly on, and as a last chance, made a des perate spurt by overhand swimming ; but his efforts were all in vain, and it would have taken a steamboat to pass Johnson in his wonderful closing effort. Over and over went the right hand of the English champion, his body just skimming along the surface of the water, and his tremendous speed never relax ing till the dock was reached. At sh\ 37m. 30s. Johnson passed the win ning line, having swum the distance of three miles in Ih. 15m. 30s. Trautz reached the dock, lm. 525. later, swim ming the distance in lh. 16m. 225. The swimming of both men was splen did throughout, but Johnson is a wonder, and he is ready to swim any man in the world a fair racing distance."

A RAT TALE.

The intelligence occasionally displayed by dumb animals is only equalled by then' good feeling, and even the most loathsome creatures will sometimes exhibit a 'thoughtful tenderness for each other that may well put Christians to the blush. The " Christian Union," an American paper, vouches for the truth of the following story respecting some rats. A young rat had fallen into a pail of pig-feed. Six friends or relatives —the latter is most probably the case—witnessed the distressing incident, and were seen holding a con sultation as to the best means of ex tricating the infant rat. So earnest were there deliberations that they entirely ignored the presence of several persons who were watching their pro ceedings with deep interest. At last the rats decided on an ingenious scheme, which they immediately carried into effect. Entwining their feet together the six rats formed* a chain over the edge of the the fore most rat, " supposed to be the mother," then tenderly grasped the drowning little rut in her arms, and both were drawn out on to the floor. The end of the story is melancholy in the extreme. The infant rat was, on examination by its rescuers, found to be dead. After gazing at it for some moments in mute despair, the six elderly rats gave it at last a fond look, wiped the tears from their eyes with their fore-paws, and departed without making any attempt to resuscitate it. Hats who "flying from a falling house" arc generally supposed to bo devoid of sympathy, but probably if the truth were known, many a London rat is mourning over the destruction of Northumberland House from a senti ment that the Metropolitan Board of Works could not feel if they would.— "Pall Mall Gazette."

THE GIRL TO FIND

The true girl lias to be sought after. She does not parade herself in show goods. She is not fashionable. Gene rally she is not rich. But oh ! what a heart she has when you find her !—so large and pure, and womanly. When you see it you wonder if those showy things outside are women. If you gain her love, yoixr two thousands are millions. She'll not ask you for a carriage or a first-class house. She'll wear simple dresses and turn them when necessary, with no vulgar magni cate to frown upon her economy. She'll keep everything neat and nice in your sky parlour, and give you such a welcome when you come home that you'll think your power higher than ever. She'll entertain true friends on a dollar, and astonish you with the new thought how little happiness depends on money. She'll make you love home (if you don't you're a brute), and teach you how to pity while you scorn a poor fashionable society that think itself rich, and vainly tries to think itself happy. Now, do not, I pray you say any more, "I can't afford to marry." Go, find the true women. And you can. Throw away that cigar, burn, up that switch-cane, be sensible yourself, and seek your wife in a sensible way.— " Exchange."

VICE-REGAL COURTESY.

(To the Editor of the Evening Star.) Sir ( —l have noticed the flimsiness of the excuse made for the uncourteonstreatment of Sir George Grey, namelv,that the Governor's forwarding of the petition would have implied approbation of its contents. Another pre text which has been put forth by some of your contemporaries is to the effect that it is his Excellency's duty to act upon the eounael of his responsible advisers. Sir George Grey is taunted with having over-looked, and Sir James Fergus son i 3 complimented as having respec ted this great principle of constitutional government. And some other folk say : "It is not the Governor's fault; Dan Pollen is at the bottom of it." No Buch excuse will hold good. I entirely acquit that courtly and astute gentleman, Dr Pollen, of all responsi bility for this unseemly affair. He may {more suo) have enjoyed tbe hit at his ancient chief and friend, the lord of the Kawau ; and he may be amused at the spectacle of the present supreme dignitary's performances ; but he cannot be held personally responsible Sir George Grey and Sir James Fergusaon are both of them well aware of the distinc tion—familiar to so many that even the writer in the Cross might have been expected not to ignore it—that whereas in the administration of the affairs of the colony his Excellency the Governor is expected to

he advised by responsible ministers, his •orrespondence with the Secretary of State. on the other hand, is a matter outside of heir jurisdiction. The erlory or the shame of "snubbing" and " chaffing" Sir George Grey, in a Vice-regal letter prematurely hurried into the newspapers, and of brusquely -efusin" to transmit to the Imperial Government a petition addressed by Sir George Grey to the Governor of New Z<^a- Innd and comprising a prayer for its transmission, does not belong to Dr Pollen. —I am, &c, Spectator.

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BRAN 8 TON & POESTEF ROUSE & SHTP PLUMBERS, GASFITTEKS, COPPER SMITHS BBASS FLMSHEES, AND BELL HANGERS, ETC., Ma'sefikld's BuiLDuas, AXBERT STREET. Estimates given for all classes of work, and experienced workmen sent to all parts of the O ntry. T M. L E J» BT 0 i «f • ESTATE AGENT, VALUATOR, ETO, [Established 1364. ; RE^ TTS AND INTERESTS COLLECTED. HJ OJSTEY INVESTED FOR CAPITALISTS. LOANS ON JIORTciAGE EFFECTED ARBITRATIONS UNDERTAKEN. EXCELLENT FREEHOLD PROPERTIES KOR IMMEDIATE SALE. TOFAKMbRS ,*Nj3 IN.TKNDING SETTLERS- For Sale, one « f the choicest Karcjs In the rising distrl' tof "Waikato. This beautiful estate contains SSO acres of fine fertile Land, CSO acres of, which are fenced, and a large portion l*id down in rich pasture. There is a comfortable family residence ;\ndall necs^siry outbuildings upon tha farm The property adjoins one of tLe leading Waikito town ship?, and offeis in consequence, innumerable advantages to a gentleman with a family. The t ropostd railway will p ss within a few yards of the rebidence: the faim is really gotd land, well watered throughout, i and affords an excellent oppoitunity to a ona fide settler.—Price, L 6 10s per acre. TU *' A.RMERS AND INTENDIVO STSTTLERS.- For -Sale, a choice Farm of 500 acres. 27 miles south of Auckland, by a pood Mscadamised road. There is an excellent family residence up^n the farm, and about 3i'O acre* in grass. The farm is well watered tli oughout —Price, IS psr acre A good FA kM of 105 acres in the rising district of the Lake. There is a pood six-ioomed residence upon the property, and about 60 acres subdivided ttnd aud laid down in grass. The Kaim has a large fmntage to the bay ; there is a good inn for cattle adjoining. Price, L 450 Farm of 562 acres at the North Cape, good land with large water frontage and small island. Price, L 220 WILLIAM-STREET (ClTY>*=-A really comfortable our-roomed Bouse, good repair, with excellent well of water md freehold allotment. Price, 1170 A beautiful and commodious residence in Union street. There are seven rooms in the residence, and about half-an-acre of land The House is newly built, and commands a delightful view. Price, L 550 lO FARMERS AND OTHEBS—For Immediate Sale—\ Bargain—A. choice Farm of 300 acres in tne ■ rising district of Te Rori, near Alexandra, Waifcato. There are 260 acres of the Farm fenced, and 160 acres subdivided and laid down in good grass. There is a comfortable five-roomed residence upon the Farm ; also, a Stockyard, &c - Price, H2CO PaRN-ELL—A three-roomed Hou*e in Conquest Place, with freehold allotment and good well. Price, LIOO PONSONBY — A fine seven - roomed Family Residence, with large freehold Allotment, having an extensive frontage to Richmond Roed and another street, 40 x 200. There is an excellent well of water. • : Price. L 270 WELLINGTON-STREET — A good six-roomed House, wth freehold allotment. Price. L 250 UNiUN.STRKt.T— A. fine allotment, 37 x 198, with good well.- Price, L75 KA.RAJS GA HAPE ROA D—A BARGAIN-A large freelnld allotment 60 x 100, with all the buildings erected ihereon.—Price, L 2,0 BAKER-STREET—Two attached Cottages, let for 16s, with freehold allotment, 'i hese Cottages will besold cheap. TO WORKING MEN-A comfortable House with freehold allotment, off Upper Queen-stretst. Price, LllO HEPBURN-STREET — Three Allotments, each 33 x 100, opposite the residence of Mr Richard Arthur PONSONBY—A beautiful site, containing abou half-an-acre, with five-roomed House erected theieon Price, L 250 NEWTON—A comfortable four-roomed House near to Holdship's Mill. Price, Ll5O Allotment corner cf Nelson and Wellssley-street. PAPAKURa VALLEY—A good Farm of 155 acres, 76 acres of which are in grass. The Farm is all fenced, and has a comfortable and commodious residence erected upon it. Price, L 540 BROOKVILLE — A Five-roomed House, with . verandah back and front, and Freehold Allotment, price, fjilO.—2sd. MOUNT ALBERT—An excellent Subcrban Pro perty containing 12=} acres of rich wplcanic land. There is a four-roomed Residence erecitd upon the property — newly built and well finished. Price, \ £tOJ f) PUK^KOHTC—Varm of 170 acres, sdjnniug.the 7 late Farm of Mr Burtt. There is a small building / upon the Farm, and a beautiful stream making. I through it.—lu2d. ' \ WaIKAIO Farm of 100 acres at Paterangi, 3 \ miles from Alexandra, with small House and every V J convenience. Price, £4 10s an acre. V For FARMS, HOUSES, and ALLOTMENTS sse J M. Lennox's onf Monthly List in Weekly Berald