Printed and published by the proprietors, Georq A A McGullAgh Ebed, of North Shore, and Hknbl •V.* Br^tt, of JParnell, at their General Steam Printing • ? /Offiqe, Wyndham-street, in the, City of Auckland; . ] New Zealand:—.. ■ «£ \f 1 Fbii*.y,. Januaby 2, 1874

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Sewing Machines. TATLO E'S. PATENT LOCK STITCH SEWING MACHINES Are, with confidence, recommended to the public not only as containing Important Improvements, but also as being constructed throughout in the most substantial manner possible. They make the Lock-stitch by mean5* of a shuttle working in an KlXTrnc T>irfgtion in such a position that It is readily accessible, ard where its action can be easily seen. This is acknowledged on all hands to be the most beautifuland noiseless Shutt'e movement ever invented. These Machines have obtained distinction at all the more recent competitions, and have been awarded FIVE PEIZK MEDALS. Agent :— T. PEACOCK, OPTICIAN, Qnr.BN HTP.ir.-ET, NRAB. TUT. BANK "T1 NeTT ZUALANT) SEWIN G- MA CHINE S MADE IT THE BRITANNIA COMPANY, COLCHESTER, ENGLAND, combine the best parts of the best Machines (avoiding their defects) with some rf.ctcnt special impuove- MTSNTB, which no other Machine possesses. Every make of Machine, however farfremoved from excellence, professes to be better than any other The task of selecting a Sewing Machine is therefore rather a difficult one, especially if the purchaser has no knowledge of machines, and has no other guide than the representation of various dealers Many peop'e convinced of the advantage to be derived from using a Machine for needlework do not yet possess one because among so many they are unable to satisfy themselves as to which make is the best. As a practical man and an Engineer allow me to point out some of the advantages of these Machines. They will do all that any other Machine will, and do it better, including Hemming, Quilting, Felling, Cording, Binding, Braiding. Stitching, &c, &c., with a perfect stitch alike on both sides. They are fitted with an improved break, which prevents the Machine turning the wrong way, and so entangling and breaking the thread. They make less noise than most Machines, and is the nearest possible approach to noiseless. They are very simple, and will jun for years without costing a shilling for repairs. Every Machine is Warranted. Machines let out on hire, the payment for which goes towards the purchase. Machines of other makers taken in ex change. Repairs properly done. Needles for various Machines, Oil, Cotton, and Extras. G. W. HESL CP, engineep., ■ The Fitting Shop, Vulcan Lane. THK ".SINGER" TRIUMPHANT. fp IT E following abstract is taken ~*_ from the Custom-house report of the Melbourne Journal of Commerce, showirg the import value of Sewing Machines imported by Victoria during he year 1572 from the two leading Sewing Machine Manufacturers in the woild. The Machines imported from makers nf less note are not taken into con sideration :—-Stanford and Co., Agents for the "Sinsjer" Manufacturing Com piny, 1719 p.i=es, value £24,955 ; Long and Co , Agents for the Wheeler and Wilson CompHiiv, 1035 cases, value £3546 ; showing difference in favoir of the"Mnger" Machine of 3054 cases, value £16,809 This extraordinary success of the "SivGKit ' has been mainly achieved by the Company's "New Famixy" Machine, which is universally acknowledged to be the most Simple to earn, the easiest to work, ur.equalled'for strength and beauty of stitch, and the most complete and perfect in mechanism and accessories for every variety of Domestic Sewing and Embroidery. BSSWARB OK IMITATIONS of the "SINGER"" MACHINES M. A. ALDRICn, Agont. Shortlftnd street, Auckland. C. E. WILLIAMS, Manager. Boots and Shoes. For the corns that lack assistance, 'Giinstbad roads to make resistance, And for those who walk a distance, Come and see what we can do. CjTAE COLONIAL EOOT DEPOT. S. H E M U S Having Uken the premises next to Blair and L'.mekrt, and near the entrance of the Market Hill, begs to intimate to his?friends and the public that he will open TO-MOKHOW (Saturday), 20th insUnt, with an -entire New Stsck of Coloninl-mado Boots ' and Shoos, consisting of— Men's Strong Watertight, 131acher3, Lace Boot 3, Balmorals, * . ,i>, . ' Elastic Sides, Canvas Shoes, &c ' Women's Leather Elastic Side?, . Lace Boots, and Balmorals. Also, Children's Lace and Elastic School Boots. ; A Choice Selection of English, Goods, in Kid, Uashineve, prunella, &c. Ka" Note the Adtibess : - S. KB M U S, STAIt COLONIAL EOOT DEPOT B. CEOCKBE, VICTORIA STREET [(NEAR HOB SON STREET), BOOTMAKEB, IN returning tlianlcs for the Very liberal support accorded.him in the past, begs to say that he is still prepared to supply a really superior article in any style of finish "at a very reasonable price. . November 7, 1878, BOOTS! BOOTS! SELLING OJFF! 0 0 ; Q BE O 0 X B S Be^s to inform his numerous customer* and the public generally that on account of extensive alterations which he is about making he will Sell, , .- ;; ~ i: T • YOU ONE MONTH ONLY ji: , HIS EXTENSIVE STOCK OF BOOTS AND SHOES.. cuiY/ ibiusi AT PRICES WHICH WILL DE PY COMPETITION. K Call Early and Secure your Bargains at the BLUE 800 T, 25G, QUEEN-STREET) (Opposite the Market Hall). C. BROOKES, ■ ' ! ' '• ■" ' PROPRIETOR. .i.'' , ' " - 1 '-eabinetmaking." m & H. C _.. Q O; X E ! CABINETMAKERS ,& UPHOLSTERERS, i 143, QUEEN1 'STREET^' '■ Hate on -Sale' 'ao? 1 Vert Ldw Pricks I Tron Bedsteads Walnut- Cheffomriers ■• . : ■ Toilet Glasses Mahogany Too Tables Chimney Glasses, Gilt '>':- Walnut Suites1 - '"'i Perambulators, Superior. Cedar <fe Mahogany Suites ' Music Stools ■'■■"■ ■■'■■ Feather Beds * 1 Walnut Card Tables . Feather Bolsters & Pillows' i AV>tlinitCanterburys ; Toilet Ware' " '.''' ■ Walnut Whatnots Matting & Door Mats ; AVulnut Worktables" , Flax; Fibre, & Flock Mat i Walnut Centra Tables ■ tresses ' Walnut Occasional Tables Hair & Spring Mattrg^ses' Cfllue and Hall Tables , Straw Palliasses ''.'"„ ] Venetiffn Blinds ■'■ i" Kitchen Purniture.,' Me it Safp*. &c, &c. , I Parlour and Dining-room Suites (6 Chairs, 2 F.vy Chaira, and Couch) in \ Leather Cloth; I Hnir Cloth, Ac, tjpm.Lli \ Imitation Walnnt Drawing-room Knltes in Damask," Kep,6c,fromLl2l2.f • Caue-swited Chair*, 40*, i',», 565, and* 60s per half dozen ; American One »wi Wood seated Chairs, in Tariety , < RockingiantlFoWißg fciislw. •••' -' i" >J- -;'■ ■: ' I . ;":;;;"::" i:"



Drapery. . L g p. !§ 1 I w. <1 3 H h B in ' ■ £ s ■ ° w& * §<i * ■w"« 11 |■ * S Slg I n« '« Mg |g I » " ft Q - M w m *g < i < S ■ M QQ < ™ ™ * - is i ° ■a % \m g H s T^T ILLIAM EYRE ENNLSKILLEN HOUSE ( VICTOHI I-STREET), AND AT THE MARKET, Will Sell the following (JOODS cheap, having been bought at auction a bargain :— 20 pieces Howie's Fast-colored Prints/T^d peryard 1000 Horrock's 80-incU B , 7}d per yard " 50 pieces Lustre, at lOd per yavil 30 dozen Gossamer Falls, from Is Cd to 2s each 20 ~ Josephine Coloured Kid Gloves, 3s 01 pei pair 10 „ Double Busk Corsets, 4s each 5 ~ French Summer Corsets, fig each Large lot Bo s* Straw Hat*, cheap Gents' Sail Elastic flippers, :',s per pair Gents' White Leather slippers, 2.s Cd per pair Gents' Carpet Slippers, Is Cd per pair 80-inch Wigan Sheeting, at 2s per yard Oent.«' Canvas Elastic Boots, Ss per pair ladies' Colored Cashmere Ibots, 5s Cd per'pair 60 pair Gents' Drilled Trousers, 7s per pair. ; I hive a lot of fancy Prize Canaries—the only first prize in th city—for sale. W . EYRE. Insurance- THE SOUTH BRITISH FIRE AND MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND CAPITV.L £7i0,000. THEE South British is a thoroughly -*- local institution, with more than 900 share holders all resident in the colony. Fire and Marine Risk* taken at the lowest current rates. A. BOARDMAX. Manager. SCOTTISH COMMEECIAL ]H a SUBANCE COMPANY. FERE AND LIFE.' CAPITAL .. ONE MILLION BTERLIN AGKNTS: ' PKEECE AND GRAHAM, No 8, Vatlo'i Buildings, Queen-street, Attck Tai H. W. HEATH, Sub-Agent STANDABD . TIRE AND MARINE INSURAN CE COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND. Head Office .. Dunedix. This Company is now prepared to issue Policies against Fire and Marine risk at lowest current rates. G. W. BINNEY, Agent for the Province of Auckland. VICTORIA FIRE AND MARINE IN ;..> | • SURANCE COMPANY. npHE Undersigned having been Re-appointed Agents, are now prepared to accept on behalf of this Company, at Lowest Bates o Premium, Risks upon every description of Property and Merchandise throughout the Province. Also, on Hulls of Vessels and Cargo to and from All parts of the world. .. . , ... Losses In Marine Department can be made payable. either in Great Britain1 or the Colonies, as the assured, may desire. All Claims settled with promptitude and liberality;- . - I The Offices of the Company are now at 8, Queen HENDERSON he MACFARLANE, . i ■-■'■■-'-'..- '-•-''- Agents. A ÜBTBALIAN MUTUAL PEO 2X. ! ;;. VIDENT SOCIETY. FOR MUTITAL LIFE ASSURANCE; ETC. NEW ZEALAND BRANCH: •- - 'Head Office: Wellington. ———— Present Annual Revenue. £280,000. acctjmtji.a.tkd and invested funds, £1,s80;000 Persons Assuring with this Office share the whole profits, and a Bonus is dechu ed every fifth year. Auckland Agent— HENRY GILFILLAN. Medical Referee— ■ ?' i ! ' " . X. JB. KENDERDINE. ivij»«|)' .t •■ ■•- $•' ti >-; -; C*



Hotels. | ME¥ CALEDONIA; WHOLESALE AFD EETAIL WINE AND SPIRIT STORE, CORNER OP SYMONDS STEEET & KARANGAfIAPE ROAD i Private Entrance —Symonds Street. LIST OF PRICES:— Martell's and Hennessy's Pale Brandy, 43 per bottle small, 2s Kartell's and Hennessy's Dark Brandy, 43 per bottle ; small, 2s 1 Greenless and Colville's Campbelton "Whisky, 4s and ' 4s 6d (proof) per bottle ; small bottle, 2s I Dunville's AVhisky, 4s per bottle ; small bottle, 2s Jameson's Dublin Whisky, 4s and 4s Cd (proof) per. bottle ; small bottle, 2s Rum, 3s per bottle ; small bottle, 1 s Cd Old Jamaica Rum, 4s (proof) per bottle ; small bottle, 2s Sherry Wine, from 4s per bottle ; small bottle, 2s Amontillado Sherry, 5s ; small, 2s 6d per bottle Port Wine, 4s per bottle ; small do, 2s Old Tawny Port Wine, 5s ; small. 2s (id English Ginger Wine, 3s per bottle. The above bottled on the premises. In Case—Genuine Brands. Hennessy's, Martell's, and Hines' Brandy, 5s Cd pc bottle Geneva, JDKZ, 4s Gd per bottle | Geneva, JDKZ (small), 3s per bottle j Old Tom, 4s per bottle Dunville's Whisky, 4s per bottle Champagne, No 2s, Gs fld per bottle Champagne, 3s and 3s 6d per bottle Claret, 3s to 4s per bottle Townsend's Sarsaparilla, 5s per bottle Australian Wines, from 3s 6d to 4s per bottle Ale and Porter, London and Dub.in bottled, Is 4d per bottle. All Spirits sold by the gallon (overproof)same as from Bonded Store. Assorted cases of the above made up families and piCDic parties: SAMUEL E YIN S 0 N = PROPRIETOR LATE THISTLE HOTTL S (JUFJiJf STREET. P. DAR B V Has pleasure in announcing to his friends and th public that he has RESUMED BUSINESS on the site of his late premises, Thistle Hotel, Queen street, having obtn ned permission from the authori ties to erect a Temporary Building, pending the re building of extensive premises. LIST OK PRICES. Per Bottle. B. V\ Superior Adelaide Wine ~ .. ~ .. 0 Martell's and Hennessy's Pale Brandy .. ..4 0 Kartell's and Ucr.nessy's Dark Brandy .. ..4 0 Greenlaes and Colville's Whisky ~ ~ .. 8 C CampboMon Whisky.. .. .. .. ..3 6 Dunville's Whisky 3 C West India Rum 3 0 Sherry Wine, really good ~ .. ~ .. 3 C Superior Sherry 4 6 Oil I'ort Wine 4 0 Superior Old Port Wlno (Sandiman's Four Dia mond) 6 ' The above are all bottled the premises. IN CASE Genuine Brands. Per bottle 8. D Hennessy's Brandy 6 0 Kartell's Brandy .. .. 6 0 Geneva, JDKZ, large 4 6 Geneva, JDKZ, small ..SO Old Tom, Booth's and and Burnett's .. ..4 0 Fine Old Jamaica Rum 50 Dunville's Whiskey .. .. .. .. ..4 0 Champagne No 2 .. .. .. .. ..60 Champagne No. 2, pint 3 ~ .. ~ ..30 Champagne, Jacqueson s .. .. ~ ..6 0 Champagne, Jacqueson's, pints .. .. ..3 0 Claret, St. Julien 30 Australian Wines, very best brands ~ .. 3 0 Townsend's Sarsaparllla .. .. .. ..6 0 English Ginger Wine 30 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. Tortna—Strictly Cash OCOI DE NT AL. OCG, ID ENT AL OCCIDENTAL. T U X G- EEBTOREBS J-J (PATENT BEING APPLIED FOR). NO MORE KEED OF DOCTORS. ; The following Medicines will be dispensed for the benefit of the public: TIME FOIt DCSIKB : Ear-openers, o am Reviver, Cam P —Heart Reducer (certaints7), 0.30"am Renovator, 7 am Appetizer, Bam Digester, 9 a in P—Stuffeis ard Lunch, 10 to 3 Sweet Talkers 12 .Spoon eys, 12.20pm P—Special Tea, lpm Lightning Dews, 2 pm Retirer?, 3 p m Roarer's Doable, 4pm Sitter-up, spm Invigorator, 6pm P—Throat Clearers, 7 pm Hunky Ticklers S p m Sociables, 9 pm National Consolers (a laDunedin), 10 pm Night Caps, 11 pm Dick and Dora's (a la Gourlay), 12 pm P—Boston Floats, free. N.B.- -The items marked P are entirely for the use ,of the Permisaire Public, none others need apply at the hours set opposite. Billiard Tournament to Close on 15th January. Two Prizes. {EDWARD PERKINS, -•: • Proprietor. ROYAL GEORGE H TEL, NEWMARKET. ES. EOAC II E, Proprietor • late of the Blvb Post. Dinin<j Rooms), begs to inform his numerous friends and customers that he has succeeded in securing the above premises, and having at very great expense thoroughly Fitted and Renovated the entire Hotel, now offers hi* services to all visitors. Billiards on premises. R. S. ROACHE, ■".'.■' • ' '•'■ ■ - Proprietor. Notices- ■ NOTICE. NOTICE. • TO THE RESIDENTS OF NORTH SHORE. THE Undersigned begs to announce to the • residents of the North Shore and sur rounding.districts that he intends opening a first-class Butchering Establishment in Victoria-street,- North Shore (near the Victoria Wharf), on AVednesday next, December 17th, 1573. ■ His well-known character while conducting business in Auckland-for the last four years he trusts will be sufficient guarantee that only a first-class article will be supplied, and begs to solicit their kind patronage. Families waited on for orders daily. . i F. 11. HAMMOND, Victoria Butchery, North Shore.', ,|j £j \ ; ME FAULDEE, Sole Contractor to ; the City Council for the Emptying of Earth- Closets, Privy Boxes, Cesspits, &c, is prepared to at tend punctually to all requests regarding the above. Persons desiring to have the said places attended to, either wcekiy, fortnightly, or otherwise, can have the same done by leaving a notice either verbal or written with the Inspector of Nuisances. City Council Office, Queen-street. n NEW STOCK OF SADDLERY, HARNESS, Etc. T '! WISEMAN has added to Ms I* • Stock, ex late arrivals, a Large and Varied Assortment of Saddles, Bridles, Horse Clothing, Saddle Cloths, Whips, Spurs, Hamea, Chains, &c, &c, and has oxtensive shipments to arrive. Carriage, Buggy, Gig, Spring-cart, Dray, and Plough Harness on hand, or made to order at the shortest notice. i Orders by Post Promptly Attended to. Queen street, Auckland.



Notices. NOTICE. I ME. MATHIE3ON, i WHOLESALE AND RETAIL CONFECTIONER, IN returning thanks for past favors, begs to inform his Customers and the Public generally that he has Disposed of the whole of his Plant and i Business to Mr E. Waters, Confectioner, Queen street, where the Business will be continued on and j after THURSDAY, Gth November, 1873 Q E A BATHING SOLID ROCK-BATH, SHALES' POINT. I This Favorite and Safe resort for Bathers is now > Open for Ihe Season. " The Bath being excavated in the Soli l Rock secures a firm footing, nnd with the stone steps along its whole enpth and breadth insures a safe and pleasant bathe to the most nervous as well as to the bold swimmer. From 10 till 12 each day (except Sundays) for Ladies only. . Terms: Frr a Single Bath, 3d, to be paid on entrance. Ticket for one year, LI Is ;do for Child -1 ren, 10s t'd. ! For lickets apply to lIKNRY KKESTNG. .Tun., St. Mungo Passage. Shcrtland street. TO FAPvMERS, SETTLERS, BUTCHERS AND OTHERS. HHHE Undersigned are Cash Pur- X chasers of Hides, Sheepskins, Tallow, Wool* fcc.'&c, at highest markets rates. L. D. NATHAN & CO., SHORTLAND STREET Opposite Post-office), Auckland. HpHE undersigned are Cash Ptje- X en a sees of HIDES. SHEEPSKINS, WOOL, TALLOW, ie, <tc, at highest market rates, in any quantity. Consignors direct will have prompt and immediate Cash remittances returned at satisfactory rates. IRELAND BROS., TANNKRS AND LEATHER MANUFACTURERS BA hOLmi AND HahKISST" THE Undersigned has received ex Ferndale, City of Auckland, and late arrivals, Splandid Shipments of Uip above, comprising — Best English Brass and Silver Mounted Buggy, Gig, and Spring-cart Harness. Riding Saddles (for Butchers1 use) with Brass Head and Can tie Plate?, Ladies' and Cents' Hunting Crops, Saddle, Harness, and Polishing Compos, Roll Ketlock Boots, Knci Caps, Brushes,, and Kivi.ima.v'.s Royal Kmbiiooa cation for Horses and Cattle Saddles, J!n.iies (Ladies'and Cents') Hunting, Buggy, Cig, 4-Horse, and Cart Whips Spurs, Ladies"' and Gents' Fancy Bits and Stirrups Curry, M;me, and Clipping Combs Dandy, Spoke, Water, Body, Compo, Shoe 'and Clothes; Brushes Thongs, T.effgirjf/s, Pole Chains, and IMPiiOVEDSHin'INd DRAUGHT CART If AMES, All of which will be sold at tUo Lowkst Cash Pricks. Pack Saddles, and every Variety of English 'and Colonial-marie Harness always on Hand or Made to Order. Second-hand Harness for Sal? MORE TO ARRIVE PER rERNDALE AND CLENHUNTLY. W. S. JONE S, SADDLER. HAENESS-WAKER, * IMPOJ'TEB 1 f> 4. Q U E. E N S T }\ E ET. S ADD LEX V; rpTTE Undersigned is the Cheapest -*- House in Auckland for purchasers of every description o^ Saddlery, wholesale and rutuil. Country storekeepeis supplied. L. FORSTEFv & SON (Next Union Bank), qxtelsk- st he v. 'j' avgkl ak d, And at Mei/rouiwe. Kew~Zealand Steam Coffee Mills. EUTABLIHHKI) 180^.] DSTEP HEN SO N & O . • Have on Hand and for Sale :— Cofrees—Raw and Roasted, Plantation, Java, Native in bond and duty paid Coffee, packed in lib, 21b, 41b, Mb, 71b 121b, 14!b Sib, 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, Column's J-lb, lib, and Tlbtins Curry Powder, Morton's, Cro-.s & Blackwoll sjand Bengal, in J-lb and lib bottles Chocolate and Cocoa, Fry's, Taylor's, and Epp s Chocolate, French, lib packets Arrowroot, lib and 71b tins Nutme?, whole or ground, in ins or bulk Cloves do do do .: Ginger do do do CarMway do do do Cinnamon do >"lo do Pimento do do do Mixed Spices, in loz. packets, plain and fancy boxo Mixed Spice, in tins, assorted size? Essence of Lemon and Assorted EssencesJ Ground Rice, in tinfoil packets Chicory, Barry's Lame's, and Colonial. D. Stephenson and Co., WHOLESALE COFFEE ■& SPICE MEROH NTS "WVNDHAM BTRHJET. AiTOBTIiAND XT JEM A.TITB P A-I-JV T PREPARED TROM HEMATITE IRON ORE, ' obtained from the District of Coliingwood, Nelson, New Zealand. ' . ■ ' ' ' This Paint, after severe tests, has been found to surpass all" others, nnd is epecially applicable to Iron Hoofing, Park Fencing, Farm and other Buildings, Bridges, Hurdling, Farm Implements, Carts and Waggens, 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 than 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. Soi/d BY HOL.AND & BUTLER, . OIL &'' OL O R MER OH AN TS, 28 & 30, VICTORIA STREET,, A'trc k l a n i)Vs ' OIL, OO L OH, ..GLASI AND PAPERHANGINGS. HOUSE; SIGN, AND GENERAL, DECORATING 57, QUEEN STREET, ~ , Next to Bank ob1 Nbtv Z)kaland ' J. HENDERSON,' Importer of and dealer in Oil, WJiite Lead, Turpa, Zinc, White,-' Bouse Painters', Coach and Cabinet makers' Varnishes, Calico Scrim. Clock and Compass Glasses. Brushes #c, &c. i i. !'.' ■■■•>'■'-) SHIT JIQM npHE AUCKLAND VENETIAN JL I BLIND MANUFACTORY. jM. HOETON BUSBY, BLIND MAKER & WIRE WOR|K|ER WHOLESALE AND RETAIL, VENETIAN HOUSE, SHORTLAND STREET, AUCKLAND N.Z.



Groceries: OUR MOTTO BEINtt "SMALL PROFITS AND QUICK RETURNS," NONE CAN UNDERSELL US. r<HEISTMAS~FRTTITS& SPICES. \j FEENCH & CO. PEOPLE'S TEA WAREHOUSE With pleasure publish their PRICE LIST AS UNDER :— s. d. Fine New Currants, per 1b s ji Finest Elome Raisins, per lbj jj ' Raisins, Sultanas, per lb ' "in Muscatels, fine quality, per lb .. . • " n q Table Rice, per lb X A Sugars, from ° 4g Salad Oil, per bottle ° 8 TEAS FOE THE MILLION ! s. d. No 1 Fine Strong Tea, per lb 2 0 No 2 Superior Ten, per 11) 2 0 No 3 fiich Pekoe Flavoured, per lb .. •■ 8 0 No-I finest quality, per lb .. " " Our TEAK are selected with great care, and are the finest combination of the rarest Black Teas. The quality elves pntire satisfaction. HAMS. BACOV CHEESE, FLOUR, and GENERAL GROCERIES of every description Fold by us are of the best quality, and at the LOWEST PRICE. F B E N C H & CO., FAMILY GROCERS, THE PEOPLE'S TEA WAREHOUSE, MARKET STORE, 252, Queen-street, Auckland, BRANCH STORE IN THE MARKET. TO THE INHABITANTS OF WELLING TON-STREET AND THE SURROUND ING NEIGHBOURHOOD. COLLINS BROS. WISH to call particular attention to their i\ T E W SEA S0 N TE A S ! JUST OPEXED OUT. Our 2s Cd Tea will be found- of a First-class Quality. Our 3s Tia unsurpassed for purity and excellence of flavour. Sydney Co.'s No 1 Sugar- Sid per lb A very Superior Light Brown Ditto .. 5d ~ Ifobart Town .Tarns Sd per tin A CHOICE ASSORTMENT Gr CHRI3TMAS FRUITS To be sold at the following very low prices :— s. d. New Patraa Currants .. .. .. 0 5.} per lb. Finest Eleme Raisina .. .. ..0 7 ~ New l'"igK, ex Chile .. .. ..10 per box Sultan:<s, Muftcatels, .Tordon Almond?, Spices, Barce lona Nuts, *c, all nf which will be sold »t The LowE.vr Prices foii Christmas Cheer. A constant supply of Fresh Butter from the Best Dairies. McC'onntll's Bacon, nam.«, Cheese, &c, &c, always in Stock. Families waited on for Orders, floods delivered. Z£~ Please Note the Address : - COLLINS BROS., FAMILY GROCERS, & PROVISION DEALERS, W X L LIKCi'TO X - S T R E E T (Year Hepburn-street). . A U C X L AND. Money. MONEY to Lend, in large or small sums, at a very low rate of interest.—Apply to Mr Laishley, Solicitor, High street. MONEY TO LEND on first-class freehold security, at low rates of interest.— R. O. Dyer. Shortland street. MONEY to LEND on Promissory Notes, Mortgages, &c. Bills Discounted.;^ George Dunnet, 25, Queen street. MONEY to Lend on Promissory Notei for Two or Three Months, or longer periods : also, £1,000 at current rates, on good security. — Apply to Stewart & ArrilEV, Bill brokers and Commission Agents, AVeat Queen »treet.' Holiday Notices. VAUXHALL GARDENS, NORTH SHOEB. TH E Proprietors of the above Gardens be? ruost retpeotfully to inform the residents of North Shore and the public of Auckland generally that the Gardens are now open for the srason, and for Picnic Parties they are specially adapted, plenty of shade, pleasant walks, cool arbours, also seats and tables at wnich from sixty to eighty could be accommodated at one time. Swings and other amuseme)it3 for the accommodation of visitors. HEADS OF SCHOOLS LIBERALLY TREATED WITH. .. . TEA and CORDIALS to be had on the plac«. W. WELLS & SONS, Proprietors. NOETH SHORE NEW YEAR'S SPORTS. PHIZES. PRIZES. PRIZES. : THE MAZE. THE MAZE. AT- THE ROSEBANK STRAWBERRY GARDENS.' THE GREATEST ATTRACTION OP THE SEASON. The i Band of the Hobson Rifle Company, under per mission from Capt. Burns, will be on the ground, conducted by Bandmaster McComish. - PROGRAMME :. I ,?,: ; 100 y»rd Maiden Race, L 2 i 1 1\ i 200 yards Boys' Race (under.l 6 yean), LI 10s 200 yards Handicap Race, L 3 10s 100 yard Three-legged Race, Ll'lbs 100, yards Boys' Race1 (under 12 years), LI Greasy Pig, prize the Pig I ' : 800 ( yards Hurdle Race (8 feet hurdlis), L 3 108 Sack Race, LI. ' ", . *,*"' t ' ( V;,,, , In p&ch event 6to start or no race. ... ,','..'' Entrance money—£ per cent<on prize.*,",,,,'' ! Entrance .to the Maze and Ground—Sixpence. NOTE- •: THE' MAZE J , v THE M A;:;Z-';E'f j ■ \ l^ .A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU Alii;/ { , t . GtOVE.'"1 Chr ISTMAS H OLI J> AY S. THE : Proprietor of . J^IIiLOW GROVE, in thanking the Public^for-their extremely liberal patronage, desires to intimate that Willow Grove IS NOT in connection with the newly opened Gardens, adjoining,, and that he is"prepared to supply Tea/"Coffee, and' other" Refreshments during the holidays. * ''■Immense Supply op IPrvit.'^1' ■/■ -'--v : Prime Devonshire Cream. "■-.. wrLllO w' JSROVi!, . Second Gardens from Lower Wharf: -li jp •■ .Rf- A LI'SO' R»^'"i'*^ Proprietor. -iMr-jaiij*, sp ,-•#;;*■• iwilu , j 'I '. I..':**/,: ii ~IL.



Kerosene. i C AMEE ON'S DIAMOND KEROSINE OIL, 112, AND OVER FIRE TEST, And Guaranteed Non-kxplosivs. 0000 WE call your attention to this Oil, which we recommend for families, being as white as pure spring water and perfectly free from xmoke, smell, odour issuing from common Oils, and burns longer without trimming or crusting the wick than any other Oil. ■0000 For Sale by all dealers In New Zealand. Sole A gen tB in Auckland: JOHN ROBE RT 0 N & CO., DURHAM STREET. MpHE CHEAP B AED W AEE HOUSE. J. & J. DICKEY Solicit the attention of patties Furnishing to their LARGE STOCK OF ' TABLE CUTLEET, ELECTRO-PLATED AND NICKEL SILVER SPOONS, FORKS, ETC., ETC., ETC. JOSEPH ROGERS & SONS' IVORY HANDLED TABLE & DESSERT KNIVES. LOCKWOOD BROTHERS' IVOEY HANDLED TABLE & DESSERT KNIVES. JOHN WIGFALL & CO.'S BONE, HORN, AND STAG HANDLED KNIVES AND FORKS. LOCKWOOD & HARRISON'S POCKET KNIVES', In great variety. CHRISTOPHER JOHNSON'S - CELEBRATED SCISSORS. HEIFFOR'S & ROGERS' RAZORS. SALT & SONS' IVORY HANDLED BUTCHERS STEELS. THE BEST ASSORTMENT INT THE CITY. Two tons of KniVes, &c. to chooss from. i DOWNER'S KEEOSINE. (The only safe Brand), TO ARRIVE, PER HINDOSTAN,* Star Kitchen Ranges' and Register StovM, Funeral Undertakers. j^rr M~V~criJ~' i 7 s~TF. y FUNERAL UNDERTAKER, TOP OF HOBSON STREET. TTp,;; Rv :HAY WA E JD' S 5 ITT ■■•"■■. i •CHEAP BEDDING, - - : : UPHOLSTERY, & FTJBN SHING i t- i '.'{'"iua ir-^wovsx,,. :\-! ! ;^!{^;E^M'! O j'V'-E- D i^- ' -■' '; ■ :■' ' . r[«i«»] ,ti£W.!i.i«'A-T<i ~.<•'■ -..::. iti i ..: : , ; W; Y N:D H/A M : ' -S T R;1;E;T, '■ }. \ ;.,, ! ;;,*V(Next. (jaeen-street Corner.)., .'■[ ",' Residence and Shop i' '.(Spinet o( fiti and Grey • \ I ,\'.'y.',' : ."- streets.'*:'.,?. '),'".,' •.{-";'.,/ J .',""' [ESTABLISHEP, 1842.]. V ~,!:...;: I . W-'.;.;vT■'X'l^^'-E.ts O N, i * * • FUNERAL UNDERTAKER", *<J. . ,j , i Cemetery Enclosures on" Hand or Made to Order. Thi Tkidi Stjpplibd with Furnishikob. ' wb j. les.le y street -.eas.t. ... »' - Four Poors from Corner., • '•■' " ' ' '" *



~THE WEST~BND* GEOCEET ESTABLISH MEN ?jR| CORNER OF GREY & QUEEN STREET?, AUCKLAND. MESSRS. BLAIR & LAMBERT GEOOEES & TEA MERCHANTS, TEAS. COFFEES. i • BLAIE & LAMBEET'S 2s. Gd. TEA thoroughly maintains its high reputation for excellency, combined with economy. Their Stock of Canterbury Bacon and Cheese is most extensive, and selected with the utmost care, and will be found second to none in the colony. Our Bright Yellow 5d SUGAR is well worth a trial. EVERY ARTICLE IN TflE GROCERY TRA.DL KEPT THAT CONSTITUTES A .• FIRST-CLASS FAMILY TRADE. ! ! I SUGARS. SPICES. THE CHEAPEST AND BEST G-EOCEEY ESTABLISHMENT IN THE TOWN.



Miscellaneous- r\ HRI BTMAS SALE. 2 ease* Girl's Kid 2 6 1 case Largtr .. .. .. .. .. .. !l c S trunks Larliet' House Boots 4 ft 2 tiutiks Fp?nisi) Leather .. .. ~ .. 5 o 2 trunks Gunfit Flastic Pirfes .. .. .. 30 C 1 ease Youth's Oxfoid Shoes .. .. .. 4 6 2 cases Gent'i Ox^cril Shoes 6 6 Slippers in Great Variety. J. It O U T, High stp.eet. HPHE PEOPLE'S DIBPINSARY Junction of Qtteen and Grey-iteeets, (In front of the New Market.) MR, A. M. WILLIAMS Begs to inform his numerous friends and the public that allhoujh he has been burnt out "twice" he is Dot yet consumed, and that he lias THIS DAY RE-PPENTD hix Dispensary in thoFe Brick Premises in fiont of tie New Market, which is now replete with a SELECTION OF PUKE TVRTJOS CHEKICALS, PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS, PATENT AND FAMILY MEDICINES, &c, &c, and trusts to meet with a continuance of that con fidence bestowed on him for the past nine years. it^Observe the AddreFs:— JUNCTION OF O.UEIN AND GREY-STREETS. In front of the New Market yy IN S & HA.LL CABINET-MAKERS & UPHOLSTERERS AND GENERAL HOUSE FURNISHERS, HAVE NOW ON HAND THE LARGEST AND BEST ASSORTED stock or FTTRNITUBE, CAP-PETS, PL OOE CLOTHS, BILLIAED CLOTH, AND GENEEALMJENISHINGS IN NEW ZEALAND, Which are all marked at exceedingly LOW PRICES. THE TRADE & SHIPPERS SUPPLIED WHOLESALE. W. & H. having large and convenient workshops, manufacture every description of Furniture on the SHORTEST NOTICE. FLOOR CLOTHS ALL WIDTHS, CUT TO ANY PLAN. CARPETS MADE UP AND LAID. Agexts for the GROVER & BAKER DOCJBLE - LOCK AND ELASTIC - STITCH SEWING- MACHINES, long acknowledged as THE BEST, are now also THE CHEAPEST. The New HAND MACHINE is » marv«l of simplicity and efficiency, at £5 ss. Every Machine Guaranteed. Instructions Gratis Illustrated Prospectus and Samples of work seat Post free. WE ARE NOW OPENING, Ex Fontenaye, A LARGE ASSORTMENT OF P APERH ANGINGS of our own selection, and which, notwithstanding the large increase of duty, we have determined to offer at the old bate*. Alto, Large' Stocks of White Lead (in wood and iron), Oils, Colors, Plain and Ornamental Window Glass, Scrim, Brushes, Varnishes, Photographic Glass, Artists' Colors, and all,.. Painting Requisites, Gilt and Stained PICTURE FRAME AND ROOM MOULDIKGS, Glass Shades, Jcc. PICTURE FRAMING TO OBDEE EOLLAN D~"&~ BUTLER, 2S &30. VICTORIA STREET. i ; MONEY! MONEY! MONEY! T INT in Sums from Is. to £100 -»-* on, all kinds of Jewellery, Diamonds. Plated ware, Clothing; and1 all other Merchandize. The strictest secresy can be relied on; Fireproof Safes on the premises or the SMurlty of ■t. \, ■ :';'; Valuables. A ;L.,. E : . rNE U M EGEN, PAWNBROKER, " I 165, QUEEN STREET, :".-.,.Opposite Satinos :Baxi, 1 ■],■:■ I QiJ AIffCKLAXD. ! :'.. | SHORTLAND STREET, Nearly Oppositef the Post-offioe.