ST. MATTHEW'S SOCIAL GATHER ING.

IHE panshoners of St. Matthew's held their annual social gathering last evening in the Lome-street Hall under the direction of the minister. A plentiful tea was provided, served up by the young ladies, to which about 300 persons sat down. The Rev. Mr Hassard presided, supported by the Reverend Dr. Cowie, Bishop of Auckland), Rev. Mr. Dudley, Colonel Haul tain, Major Tisdall, and other gentlemen. The Rev. Mr. Hassard, in a neat speech, referred to the pleasure he felt in meeting his friends, whom it was almost impos sible to meet individually under other circumstances, and he hoped they would all endeavour to be pleased, and theirs would not be an unprofitable meeting. The choir then gave the " Shepherd's Sabbath Eve," under the leadership of Mr. Joseph Browne ; Mr Rice presiding at the piano. Several pleasing ballads were sung by Miss Leaf, (Strangers Yet) Mrs Jagger, and Mr Harker. The St. Matthew's Sunday-bchool choir, under Mr Webb, their careful teacher, gave a glee, which was well received. Mr. T. L. White gave a reading from Marl- Twain's " Innocent's Abroad" in good style. Dr. Cowie spoke on the advantages of social gatherings as a bond of union between a minister and his flock, and Mr. Dudley delivered an excellent speech on unfulfilled obligations of Christian fellowship. 'Ihe pro ceedings closed with the National Anthem as the rain fell in torrents.

THE MAMMOTH TROUPE.

The Mammoth Combination Troupe repeated their entertainment last evening to a very fair house. The programme, as previously stated, consisted of comic and dramatic sketches, songs, dances, gymnastic per formances and ventriloquißm,_ all of which appeared to give general satisfaction. We notice that several new actois and scenes will be introduced this evening, on the occa sion of Airec's benefit. Madame and Fred erick Airec will also appear in an interesting performance termed " Hebe and Ganymede.'

THE SOIREE D'ETHIOP

A " SOIREE d'Ethiop " for the benefit of Mr. McComish will be held this (Friday) evening, in the City Hall. A splendid programme is ready, including the names of Miss Maggie Knight, Messrs. W. and T. Seton. Levine, Rice. Hull, Bertie, Christmas, and Graydon, all more or less celebrated either in relation to dramatic art or the tuneful muse In order to complete the entertainment a first rate orchestra has been provided and arrange ments made for a quadrille party. Three cheers for McComish.

A ROW ABOUT PAYING FOR A SILK DRESS.

Mr. Warden Broad, of Beefton, has had an amusing case to decide, judging from the reports of the local papers. The suitors were Mrs King and Miss Wyldish, a dress maker, and the dispute was over a siik dress, which was alleged on the one hand to have been spoiled in the making, and over charged for. For upwards of an hour, the fair disputants are reported to have kept the Court in. one long paroxysm of laugh ter. Miss Wyldish said, amongst other things, that she wa3 a "ladies' dress maker," and that was her style of making out accounts. She had ch-rged 30s. for making the dress, 14s. for extras, 3s. for cotton silk, and for "loss of time in running about the account." In reply to Mrs. King the defendant said :-—" The extras have got nothing to do with you; that is my business. If you knew what a silk dress was you would not talk so foolish. I have made silk dresses for ladies and you are not one, and I never had any trouble with'them. You never had a silk dress be fore in your life." (Great laughter) At a later stage of the proceedings the plaintiff divested herself of part of her clothing in order to enable the defendant to better explain to the bewildered Magis trate the points of defect in the dress in dis pute but the explanation only made matters worse. In vain the plaintiff stood for a quarter of an hour with her back towards the Magistrate, while the defendant was ' manipulating her (plaintiff's) pannier or Grecian bend, in order to point out its supe riority to the one in dispute. In vain the sleeves, the body, the collar, the trimmings, the button holes, and the hooks and eyes were pointed out to his Worship. In vain the "pattern" pannier was turned up and turned down, this way and that, and almost wrenched from the well-developed form of the wearer. At last the belligerent dress was produced-pannier, skirt, body and all— and the defendant proposed that the dress should be tried on for the especial edification of the Bench, but his Worship explained that he did not know what, technically speaking, constituted a "got fit." The dress might fit like a sentry-box. and he would not know the difference. This dis couraged the proposal, and the" dress was deposited upon the lawyer's table, and the fair disputants resumed the cudgels, and proceeded with the case. Finally judgment was given for 30s. for making, and ss. for extras, and the diess ordered to be given up.

Are you about to be married ? Have you built a house ? Do you wish to furnish economically ? If so, there is, without exception, the best 'and largest variety of carpets and floor-cloths in the province to choose from at the" City Hall, furnishing and dra pery establishment. Holloway and Garlick furnish banks, hotels, offices, and private residences cheaper than any other house in town. In addition to Brussel, tapestry, Kid derminster, ana hemp carpets, they have flax, coir, and china matting, hearthrugs, wool mats (in all colors), door-mats (every requisite size), union and wool damasks, quilts, blan kets, aheeting, curtains, etc. Before buying, inspect the stock at the City Hall. We are still selling gents' umbrellas at reduced rates : Silk at 7s 6d, 9s lid, 12s 6d ; alpaca, 4s 6d to 6s 6d ; ladies' silk, 5s lid and 6s lid ; alpaca, 3s lid to ss. Drapery, clothing, and millinery at prices to suit the times.—Hollo way & Garlick, City Hall, 230, Queen-street. —[Advt 1

Printed and 'Published by the proprietors, Ow£*_J McCullagh Reed, of St. George's Bay, and^easy-"-** Brett, of ParneU, at their General Steam Printing ,j. Offlce. IWyndham-street, in the .City o .Auckland.; New Zealand:— Friday, July] 31, 1876

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__iscellaiieous. NEW PORK BUTCHERY, PARNELL. T.BAR N E T T BEGS to inform bis Parnell customers that he has now opened his PARNELL BRANCH SHOP, with every delicacy of the trade. The Branch is opened purely for the convenience of his customers at Parnell He thanks them for past favours, and assures them that the same ] -.rices, quality, and variety will greet their eyes each day as they see in his Queen street shop. 771 E EEMAN'S HOT EL. JJ FREEMAN'S BAY. MR. ROBT. STOW (ihe Proprietor) begs to inform his numerous customers, friends, and the public, that he still supplies Wines, Spirits, &c of the best brands, at town prices. The Bottle Depabtment has special attention. There is a Bagatelle Table on the premises second to none in Auckland, which, with _ a comfort able room, first-class attendance and civility, will insure an evening's enjoyment. The best and most refreshing Colonial Ales always on draught BelVs Life in London filed. OLLAND'S &cb.'S NEW TEA THE "TCHAiNG-KrANG," Is the most economical and exhiliarating Tea introduced into Auckland. HOLLAND & CO., Family anx> wholklalk Grcc.es, 223 Queen-street (Opposite the City Hall), Importers of Canterbury, Nelson, and the. leading Provinciul Produce, Hams, Bacon,, Cheese,&c , &c. SUGAR—Mauritius, Yaravilla, Company's No. 1, TEA—Foochow, Congou, Orange Pekoe, and the Tchang-Kiang, of rare excellence. COFFEE, Cocoas Chocolate, of the finest brands. FLOUR at.Mill Prices. . POT .TOES, Oatmeal, Rice, Pickles of choicest variety, Lobsters, Salmon, Sardines, Raisins, Cur rants,' Orange Feel, Hobart Jams, &c , &c._ A most complete stock of new and superior Goods, as required for family use. Shipping supplied on shortest notice. Goods forwarded to Waikato and intermediate stations per Railway Trains. Orders may be sent by Fost or Telegraph. Goods delivered tree of charge in town and suburbs. HOL I. AND & C 0., 223, Queen-street T-T OTI C__ OP REMOVAL. W. D AW S O N Begs to inform his friends, and the public generally, that lie has REMOVED to more Central Premises corner of Wellesley and Elliott-streets, where he will carry on the business as usual. MEDICAL ATTKNUANCE DAILY. Dr. Dawson attends from 0 till 10 a.m. Dr. "Wiucnrr attends from 12 till 1 p m. Mr. E. KiNLOon, Veterinary Surgeon, attends from 0 till 5 p.m. P.S.—Having purchased the business of "Fish's Sarsapariila,' including all rights therein, W.D . begs to inform his customers that he is in a position to supply this celebrated compound in any quantities at the usual price. . /"CAUTION.—With reference to the \_y purchasing of " Fish's Sarsapariila" business, notice is hereby given that any person infringing my rights, and unlawfully making and vending " Fish's Sars„parilia," will be prosecuted. W. DAWSON, CHEMIST AND DRUGGIST, Coknek of Wellesley and Elliott streets, Opposite Entrance to Market. . ■DISH'S SARSAPARILLA. In reply to W Dawson's Advertisement in last night's Evening Stab, Mr T. FISH begs to give an unqualified denial to the statements contained therein, and hereby begs to assert that, so far as being the proprietor and manufacturer of Fishs Sarsapariila, W Dawson has no authority to prepare the same The sole power of preparation and original formula left by the late Dr Stratford, is still the property of Mr T. Fish ; and any person making use of his name, or imitating his preparation, will bo proceeded against according to law. N.L.—Orders for this Celebrated Compound, left at the. Manufactory, corner of Princes and aliortland streets, will receive my utmost attention. None genuine unless signed— THOMAS FISH, Chemist. July 27. 1875. DEO BONO TUB LI CO. THOMAS FISH Takes this opportunity of again bringing his well known Tonic Lefore the public, and at the same time returns sincere thanks to his patrons and friends for the very liberal patronage hitherto accorded to him. From T. Fish's many years' experience in the Manu facture of Chemicals, &c, under the late Dr Stratford, he feels every confidence in guaranteeing the efficient manufacture of the article, so that his SARSAPARILLA may continue to be held in the same estimation by the. public at large which it has hitherto. T. FISH has made considerable increase of late in his M anufacturing Plant, and can now execute orders with despatch. THOMAS FISH, CHEMIST, PRINCES-STREET. pUBLIC NOTICE. With reference to the absurd advertisement of Thomas Fish, in your issue of yesterday, I may state that as the character of T. Fish is so well-known, the following explanation will be deemed sufficient. W. DAWSON. Wk hereby certify that, as Trustees of the Estate of Thomas Fish, Chemist, Princes-street, we sold the whole of the Stock. Fixtures, Book Debts, Furniture, Sarsapariila Business, and all rights therein and belonging to the same, to W. Dawson, Chemist, the above having been assigned to us by the said Thomas Fish for the benefit of his Creditors. THOS. MACFARLANE, -) HARKNESS HAMILTON, \ Trllsteea F. W. E. DAWSON, f J-™Bl6l*- W. J. CAWKVVELL, J FALLWELL'S CARMINATIVE SYRUP.—An Effectual and Speedy Remedy for Wind Pains in the Bowels, &c, to which Infants and Young Children are liable in early Infancy, and while Teething.— Bottles at Is Od, 2. Od, and is Od each by S. FALLWELL, Chemist, Otahuhu and Papakura. FALLWELL'S WORM POWDERS.— A Medicine of singular and undoubted efficiency when employed for the Removal of Worms either in Children or Adults.— Pachets at Is od, 2s Od, and is bd each. Agents: Hamilton Beos., Queen-street. T. Clayton, Victoria-street. ■VTOTICE OE REMOVAL. FRANCIS FENTON Begs to announce that he has Removed from the Auckland Market to those spacious stores Market Corner, Queen-street, next door to Hemus's Star Boot and Shoe Store, where he intends keeping a first-class article in Groceries and Provisions, and at such prices that will give every purchaser the full advantage of any Co-operative Store, thus giving the working population equal terms with the capitalist, that is to say, the working man may purchase small quantities at wholesale prices. LIST OF PRICES:— Splendid Tea, 2s ¥ ft; Brown Sugar, Zy_ d 1$ ft * White Sugar, _>_d $ ft; Currants, s>rfd $ lb; Raisins, 5d _? ft ; Treacle, _d; Honey, 7d ; Candles, sk?d 38 ft ; Soap, s^d f? bar ; Jam, 8d $ tin ; Sauce, _3_d h bottle ; Pickles, 7d $ bottle; Hops, Is $ lb; Matches 4>fd _3 dozen; Marmalade, lOd 9J tin; Flour 2_ _?"ft; New Prunes, 5d _) ft; Dates, 5d _? ftl; Oatmeal, 3d $ lb ; Salt, 7ft for 6d; Tobacco, 2d _» package 3d 98 plug; Coleman's Blue Starch, I% d _) ft; Split Peas, 3d $ ft; Light Blue, 9d _} ft; Prime Bacon, Is 39 ft; Canterbury Hams, Is 2d •$ ft; Cheese, lOd 3j) ft ; Pastry Butter, Is _} ft; McConnell's Bacon, in cloth, Is 5J _ by the side. Special attention is directed to our magnificent stock of Canterbury Provisions —Bacon, Butter, Cheese, Lard, __~ which are much lower in price. Terms : Strictly Cash. FRANCISFENTON, MARKiET CORNER, . Queen-street. pRIME SIRLOINS of BEEF, 6_. Prime Ribs, 6d Stewing Beef and Boiling Beef, 3d and 4d Mutton, 3d, 4d, and 4%d per pound. CO-OPERATIVE MEAT SUPPLY CO., j Queen-street. i



pOTTIS'S TOMATO SAUCE G. COTTIS, of Rutland Roaa, Parnell, has the pleasure of announcing to his customers, and the general public, that his New Season Tomato Sauce is now ready. It bears upon it the character of the purest sauce sold. It contains no deleterious com pound ; and from its wide-spread sale last year, he anticipates a vast increase in his customers this season. It is equal to any Sauce in the colony, as per Medical Certificate received. It is cheaper than any other Tomato Sauce used. COTTIS Parnell. T PLEASANT HOUR'S J\_ ENTERTAINMENT NOW OPEN, from 9 a.m. .to 5 p.m. A FINE ARTS~EXHIBITION Comprising copies of the Works of the greatest ancient and Modern European and American Artists, and all the Latest Novelties in Oleographs, Cromographs, Photographs (plain and coloured), __c mo-t complete Exhibition of the kind ever opened to the public on this side of the world. BS> No Charge for __dmiss_on. Ail auk Imvitbd 1 In the Upstairs Room at HOLLAND & BUT L E R' S 28, AND 30. VICTORIA-STREET. THE Undersigned are Cash Pur ohasebs of HIDES, SHEEPSKINS, WOOL, TALLOW, &c, _c., at highest market rates, in any direct will have prompt and immediate cash remittances teturned at satisfactory rates. ' IRELAND BROS., Tanners and Leather Manufacturers, Auokland.



Miscellaneous. ■WDWAKD W aTy TE, Has now received the _'__._,_ WHOLE OF HIS SHIPMENTS OF MAGAZINES FOR 1874, Comorising- All the Year Round, 1874 Cas.ell's Magazine, 1874 Ch.'imber'. Journal. 1874 Family Herald, 1874 Good Words, 1874 Good Words for the Young, 187- Leisure Hour, .1874 London Journal. 187_ Once a Week, 1874 Sunday at Home, 1874 Sunday Maga-ino. 1874 ' Band of Hope, 1874 British Workman, 1374 Chatterbox, 1874 , Children- Friend, 1874 Childrens Prize, 1874 Ohild'» Cempa-ion, 1874 Cottager and Artisan, 1574 Good Words for Young, 1874 Infant's Magazine, 1874 Kind Words, J 874 Sunshine, 1874, &C, &C And is now offering them at REDUCED KATES. EDWARD WATTE, IMPORTER OF BOOKS, 100, QtTEEX-STRI-KT. GEORGE V A. TJ S E, SHIP CHANDLER, Oilskin Manufacturer, and General Dealer, Queen-street Wharf, Onehunga. If you want a suit of Oilskins, To G. Vause's Factory ro ; The Cheapest and the Lest, And all sorts to you he'll show: If there's none, there that will lit you Out of those already made, Just leave with him your measure, And he'll lit you to your grade.. His makes are miscellaneous; There's Coats and Trousers too, Short Jumpers, Pants, and Leggings, Sou'weste' s of sorts two : For wear they're everlasting, Made of the best of stuff; To tear is very tasking, They are so very tough ! So liow's your chance a Suit to get, ye Carters, 'Busmen, Whalers; Your bargain you will ne'er regret, Ye Captains, Mates, and Sai'ors : In fact it's all who do go out In rude and stormy weather, Should patronise G. Vause's Shop For Suits to keep out water ! Paints Oils, Canvass, Twine, Clocks, Manilla Rope, Pitch, Tar, Oakum, Tobacco, Pipes, Cigars, Pouch, -latches, Tea, Sugar. Coffee, Rice, Candles, Soap, Pepper Mustard, Sauce, Tickles, Vinegar, Currie, Jams, Sardines, Oilskins, Varnish, Turps, Kerosine, Flags, Needles, _c, &C. &c. OHORTLAND - STKEET SELF-SUP- O PORTING DISPENSARY AT SHARLAND'3 APOTHECARIES HALL, Opposite the Post-office, Auckiand, E, ELLIS, MD. (latp Physician tothelondon Samaritin Hospital f..r Women and Children), wiU attend as under : — For Diaeasei of W.-men and Children, only Mondays nnd Thursdays, at 4 p m Frr Men only—Saturday evenings, at 7 o'clock. The scil« of fees for adults and children, to include medirine for one week, and other particulars, can be ascertained on application. Tne above arm igcmert is designed to assist a Urge > class who are able to pray something fer medical I advice and medicines, and who do not therefore wish | accept ot gratuitous assistance. For this class—a ; hardworking and self-respecting one—-no provisions of ! the above kind ban hitherto existed in Auckland. _ RKD SHaRLAND. Secretary. rpHISTLE HOTEL. P. DARBY, Wholesale anp Betatt WINE AND SPIRIT ORE FEN-STREET AUCKLAND, Begs leave to return many thanks to tho public, for the very liberal support accorded him to. many years past. Hying erected splendid Premises on the site of the old House which was destroyed t>y fire, ho is now prepared to execute all ordors entrusted to him rom town or country, with tho* CHOICEST SELECTION OF WINES AND SPIRITS, Comprising— Sandiman's Four Diamond Old Port Wine Duff. Gordon's Sherry Cli-nipagne—Cliquot's Champagne—Perrler, Jonet's Champagne— Moselle, pints and quarts Claret- Chateau, Laroso Claret— LafUte Claret—Leoville Claret —St Japan's Real Old Jamaica Ram Hennesßy's Three Star Brandy And other choice brands. ASSORTED CASER MAT>E UP TO ORDER DIFFERENT BRANDS. BASS'S ENGLISH ALE ON DRAUGHT. Liberal Allowances , made to wholesale purchasers. TERMS : SI RICTLY CASH. Sprits Overproof, the same as from bonded Store, sold in any quantity. I am possessed of a truly valuable Recipe from the Chief Aurist in Europe, for the cure of the above distressing complaint The benefits the use of the medicines has conferred on several I have supplied it to, is really marvellous. Read, tho following extracts of a few of tho letters I have received acknowledging their efficacy, and judge for your selvesi — " My daughter, who has been deaf for a number of years, Mr Hannaford's remedy has entirely cured — John Gbby, Confectioner, Queen-street, Auckland." "I have suffered from deafness nearly 12 years, and availed myself of the best medical experience in vain. I have tried Mr Hannaford's, of High-street, remedy for nearly a month, and am nearly cured. Mr Hannaford, in my opinion, is a benefactor to mankind.—Walteb Howe, Moore-street, Auckland." "I am so satisfied of your remedy's curative pro perties, from personal experience, that I bave remitted you _5 for a quantity to send to relatives of mine in Melbourne —J. Thompson, Oamaru, Otago." " My hearing is improving fast, so much so that I can hear my watch tick at the bed's head. Send me another box of the various ingredients — Charles McKeegan, Ghuznee-street, Wellington." "I have been under the care of that impostor Rosenthal, but derivedno benefit from his treatment. -After using Mr Hannaford's remedy for little more than a week, I find my hearing quite restored, so much so that I am quite annoyed at any of my friends speaking in a loud tone — Anbiiew McMillan, Maketu, Bay of Plenty, Auckland." Letters addressed to Mr T. B. Hannafobo, High street, AncMand.will be promptly attended to. QLSOM'S npOMATO QATJCE. The undersigned having Purchased from Mb,'. H. OLSON the RECIPE of his CELEBRATED SAUCE, together with the Goodwill of his Businesß, beg to solicit a continuance of the Public Favour. The Sauce may be depended upon as perfectly Pure, and free from Adulteration. It creates appe tite and promotes digestion, and as none but the best and most wholesome ingredients are used, it cannot but merit a continuance of the high favour it has already attained in public estimation. RICHARD GARLICK & CO. 1^- 0 T I 0 E. THE AUCKLAND CIRCULATING LIBRARY. EDWARD WAYTE Begs to inform Subscribers, and the general public, that the REVISED CATALOGUE OF THE AUCKLAND CIRCULATING LIBRARY IS NOW READY, And may be had on application. NEW BOOKS ADDED MONTHLY. THE AUCKLAND CIRCULATING LIBRARY, 100, QUEEN-STREET. edwarlTwa'yte, Proprietor.



Miscellaneous. r* *-^_i v- o__? -'«•-' _■-, ■ ■ -- ■-V'1-.-.---- > __, \\ )'i ;l;'-,;v;!;!:: <i;r fnj^-^ ' '■■■iL.l!__iy WINKS AND HALL FURNISHING WAREHOUSE. Wholesale and Retail. Visitors to Auckland should inspect the EXTENSIVE DISPLAY OF FURNITURE Of every description for the complete fur nishing of a house of any class, with a view to taato combined with utility. in?" LOWEST PRICES CONSISTENT WITH GUARANTEED QUALITY. /CARPETS.—WINKS & HALL.— CARPETS! CARPETS! CARPETS!!! CAR P ETS ! ! Without exception largest and best assortment in Aucklan select from. BRUSSELS, TAPESTRY, 2 AND 3 PLY KIDDERMINSTER. COIR, MANILA. & JUTE MATTING FELTS, AND FELT SQUARES, HEARTH RUGS, PLAIN & FANCY DOOR MATS, FLOORCLOTH LINOLEUM, THE NEW CORK CARPET. ! pURTAINS.—WINKS & HALL. CURTAINS ! CURTAINS ! CURTA IN S !! ! CURT AI N S I ! Net, Lace, Swiss, and Muslin, Great Variety, NEW PATTERNS, SILK AND WORSTED DAMASKS, REPS AND CRETONNES, BILLIARD CLOT II S, GILT CEIMNEY AND TOILET GLASSES, PERAMBULATORS. WINKS & HALL, Wholesale and Retail CABINETMAKERS & UPHOLSTERERS. _5?" Agents for the GROVER AND RAKIOR BKWING MACHINES. AMERICAN SEWING " ~"~ MACHINES. THE "HOME" SHUTTLE-LOCK STITCH. THE PERFECTION OF MECHANISM. SIMPLE, COMPACT, EFFICIENT, DURABLE, AND COMPLETE I sewß with the least possible amount of labour, and a girl of twelve years can run it without fatigue. It is a Triumph of Mechanical Genius. . THE "HOME" SHUTTLE is the only practical Low-price Lock-stitch Sewin Machine ever invented. This Unequalled Machine uses a straight needle, makes the "Lock-stitch (alike on both sides), has a self-adjUßting tension, and is adapted to every variety of sewing for family wear, from the lightest muslins to the heaviest cloths, And will even Sew Leather. It will hem, fell, bind, cord, braid, seam, tuck, ruffle, hemstitch, and gather. This machine will sew on and gather at the same time, and will work equally well on Silk, Linen, Woollen, and Cotton Goods, with Silk, Linen, or Cotton Thread. It is not necessary for us to endeavour to detract from the merits of any other machine. We claim to sell The Best Family Sewing Machine in the Market, WITHOUT BBBAED TO PBIOE, And we feel confident that whenever persons wishing to buy Sewing Machines give the "Home" Shuttle Sewing Machine fair trial, in competition with other machines, will have the preference. With the Machine is furnished—Hommer, Braider, Shuttle Bobbins, OU Can, Oil, Screwdriver, Five Needles, Guage, Table Clamp, and directions for use All securely packed in strong case with hinges. PRICE:— . Complete in box £4 10 With Table and Treadle £6 15 With Table and Treadle, Half-Cabinet, with Cover, Lock and Key £8 Some thousands of these machines have now been gold in New Zealand, and they have given the utmost possible satisfaction, as testified to in numerous testi monials, which we forward on application. In proof of their superiority over all other machines we guarantee them for five year.. To be had at all SEWING MACHINE DEPOTS, And of all Storekeepers Throughout the Colony. SOLE IMPORTERS: L. D. NATHAN & CO., AUCKLAND. T3OYAL OAK HOTEL, EPSOM ROAD, Onehunga. MR. J. T. SMITH begs to inform the inhabitants of Epsom, Onehunga, and surrounding districts, that he has taken the above well-known Hotel, where he will be happy to see his friends, and accommodate all Travellers favouring him with a call. GOOD STABLING FOB HOBSES. ■VTATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY NEW ZEALAND. CAPITAL _1,000,000 RESERVE FUND £30,000 With unlimited Liability of Shareholders. Insurances effected against Loss by Fire; and on Hulls for the voyage or time; also on Merchandise and Freight by Steamer and Sailing Vessel. Wool covered against all risks from Sheep's back, or from Wool shed, till delivered in London. LOWEST CURRENT RATES. liberal Terms, and Prompt Settlement of Losses, characteristic features of the Company. HENRY E. WILLIAMS, [Manager. Office :_3. • Queen-street.



__?©__sl-_l_©S_ >. r\HEAP X.IGHT! QHEAP L IGHT! TRY OUR KEROSENE AT 2/6 PER GALLON. 12 CASKS AN UGA PNIC LAMPS, (EX "FEBNGLEN,") Slightly Stained ly Fresh Water-will le Sold at 20 per cent. Discount. ALSO, 17 CASKS, CONTAINING- HAND AND TABLE AMERICAN LAMPS, AT REDUCED PRICES. Amicapnic and American Burners, Globes, Glasses and Wicks, in great variety, AT _^ THE CHE__.I? HABDWABB HOUSE 230, QtJ EEK-.TEEBI. -j. <s_ J- dTckby. aT ~~~m~~ isr o r~m~t~^~b y, XJI c _t__L • JL 1 (Late Master Tatlor in this Highland Brigade), NAVAL AND MILITARY TAILOR, HABIT MAKER, ETC., HOBSON-STREET, AUCKLAND, Next Door to tub Scotia Ho__n, -DECS most respectfully to inform tbe clergy and gentry, of Auc_land^andI the^^emermy^t & having met with unparalleled patronise und success since coi.w cinq bus »""* «™ g™ fXrm he would t_ke this opportunity to return hi- .inc.ro llianfcs: lor their ,i£ and a, in. Kim?^^™°™ them, and the public, that from his varied experience m the above nW£ *™ xidies'lS-md HaWts, in London, Paris, and Berlin, he is thorough y eonve»:_nt with all lan .h " U'™X__P_-™____^_Ste Gentlemen'- AValking and Riding Trou. on., Hunting Breech.. ft. ; I fag hi "<l SSStfßtot^ SSSi Pulpit and Bar Gowns, Caps, and Cassocks at the lowest poßSible puce lor casn consistent wim workmanship^ ng been elected three consecutive years Vice-President he is prepared to take Pupils and teach them the art of Cutting » » ft™' ™*J* M m day WedneSlay aSd Paris testimonials and references on application. Instructions in Cutting every Monday, We_nc_ci_y, ana Friday evenings, from 7 till 0 o'clock. _ _ , W. 0. DEKNE S, IMPORTER "Vfe, SB C~ 'i '/ * '- N PRINCESS OF QUEEN OF SCOTS \'l '' X&K' _€HS^ -.'" -": >' ''-.-?__ f:^ ■'' '-. WALES (with Silver-plated c^ -^ £ ; , Extras) -.. t'_ __ £ ~ WHEELER AND Sp '/ l .-•'';»',- WILSON'S HOME SHUTTLE - ",- , ;> t ' Hf/«': - ' ' i_SS_? SINGEIi' S LITTLE WANZER •1' ,', >J '- '"' ''M X I'wllli:'!; '> "' V,, ;T ,'a HOWE'S IMPROVED LITTLE STRANGER (f-I^l^^^^ T^ ;I':'4- 1 ,^,%, lj£o~s^o-, TABLES & STANDS THOMAS' *W —"^ \ "" 'C-' l^-^Y^^^^m. VERY LIBERAL DISCOUNT TO THE TRADE. REPAIRS DONE FOR ALL MACHINES. DRAPERY, HOSIERY, LADIES' AND GENTS' UNDERLINEN, MILLINERY, DRESSMAKING.—A FIT GUARANTEED. W. C. DENNES, being the largest Importer of aU Sewing Machines of modern improvement and simplicity, can oiler the best advantages to purchasers. Weekly, Monthly, or Cash Pay ments taken. N< edies, Cottons, Thread, Oil, and all requisites for the above Machines supplied. Agent for Accouchement Belts. ,w_ c. _D°_E"isrlST_Eß . Ai-bkrt Buildings, Qtjken-street, Opposite Auckland Savings Bank.



yiCTOEIA SEED STORES, (Next Union Bank of Anstrali.). NEW VEGETABLE SEEDS, AU the best and newest varieties. NEW FLOWER SEEDS. A very largo and choice collection imported direct from Pari? by post. FLOWER ROOTS, ANEMONIES, 50 very best-named varieties, (is .dozen RANUNCULUS, 50 very best named varieties, 5s per dozen. LAWN GRASS SEED, Fine mixture, for Lawns, Croquet Grounds, Jor Bowling Grcen3. R. BAIRD, Victoria -street. "WT M o C U L S X T, * FUNERAL UNDERTAKER, TOP OF EOBSONj-3 TgR BET. BY APPOI-iTMKNT 1 HIS EXCEL uENCY SIR JAMES FERGUBSO "or aisr i oh k o hn, ""*" JEWELLER, QUX S N STREET, AUOK_AN Beg. to draw the attention of the public to his Large and WeU-assorted Stock of ENGLISH, FOREIGN, AND COLONIAL MANUFACTURED JEWELLERY, Specially selected, and of the Newest Stylos ant- Designs. A large portion of the above consists of Quartz and Greenstone Jewellery, Manufactured on tha premise-. H.K. begs specially to draw the attention of the pubUc s LARGE AND SUPERIOR STOCK OF GOLD SILVER WATCHES, And GREAT VAIRETY OF SILVER AND PLATED GOODS, Whioh are tne best known manufacturers the home market, U3?" Note Address:— HEINRICH KOHN, E W E L L E R, QUE N-STR ET. TAYLOR'S PATENT No. I—HAND MACHINE, Complete with Braider, Corder, and Trimmer com bined in the pressure foot; Tucking Gauge, four Hemmers, four Shuttle-reels, six Needles, OU-can, and Screw-driver, with Book of Instructions. This Machine is sufficiently heavy to stand firm without being screwed down, and, being supported on' soft cushions, wiU not damage the table. It is not a mere toy, but reaUy substantial and useful, and guaranteed stronger and more durable than any Hand Machines ever offered to tbe public, —being equal in strength and workmanship to any 1 Stand Machine sd-d" at double the price.—Price, 5 Guineas. No. 2.—Machine on Patent Saloon Stand; price, 7 Guineas. No 3.—Machine on handsome Square Stand; price, 8 Guineas. Appointed Agent— T. PEACOCK, Optician, &C, S_o_xj___>.sx_--__



A UCKLAND MODEL TRAINING _7_L school, CHORAL HALL, SYMONDS - STREET; JOSIAH MARTIN, Head Masteb. \ The next Quarter will commence on MONDAY j sth July. Commerce, Science, and Manufactures, Mr J. Martin. ' Literature, Classics, and Mathematics, French, I Music, and Drawing, Rev. E. Browne. I Fees (Quarterly, payable in advance): , Elementary One Guinea. Senior Two Guineas. Advanced Three Guineas. Pupils are specially prepared for Literary, Com mercial, or Industrial pursuits, and for the Examina tions of the Civil Service and the Telegraph D epartment. Parents are respectfully invited to visit the School. JIPHB AUCKLAND VENETIAN A BLIND MANUFACTORY. M. HOETON BUSBY, ND MAKER 4 WIRE W.ES WHOLKSALE AND RETAIL, _____-_-6*_¥>l'i^*^li • ,-___-___fi§_. VENETIAN HOUSE, Has now REMOVED to those Large, New, Commodious Premises, situated at the corner Queen and Cook-streets, where he wiU continue usiness as heretofore. JJ O. T _ I C E MESSRS CHOAT & SON beg to Thank theii Customers for the liberal support accorded to then during the they have been in business, and having disposed of the same to Messrs Burton and Wrnie solicit for their successors a continuance of pas' i favours. JOHN CHOAT. ALFRED J. CHOAT. June 28,1875. WITH reference to the above, we take this opportunity of informing oui friends and the public generally that we have this day entered into Partnership as BAKERS ANL CONFECTIONERS, and assure those who maj favour us with their support that no effort will b« wanting on our part to merit a continuance of the patronage accorded to our predecessors. JOH_s BURTON. JOHN BIRNIE. June 28,1875. IS*~ Note the'address— _ BURTON & BIRNIE, CROWN BAKERY, HOBSON-STREET, Opposite St. Matthevr'n Church. riITY WEST PUBLIC SCHOOL, \J WELLINGTOK-STREET. EVENING CLASSES, Conducted by Mr Harrison, and Mr B. M. O. Theorell ______^MS *-' ■ English, Arithmetic, and Boot keeping, 4s per month. Latin, French, German, and Euclid, each subject, 4s per month; or two subjects, 6s per month. A LADIES' CLASS FOR BOOK-KEEPING. Early application is requested. Upwards of 80 pupils having already joined these classes, only a limited additional number can bo received.



M__-Q]___-81--. II A i is: _T~i\* I DISPENSING PHARMACIST, ' I (Opposite the Bank of Zea_ak_jk;Sv,HS QUEEN-STREET. -Ce'''H __T" Agent fob— £v. J. & E. ATKINSON, N;!; H WHOEESALE AND EXPORT PeP.FTJMeRv , . MANUFACTURERS, | 24, Old Bond-slreet, London.VVV. ,: R MESSRS. .T. & E. ATKINSON beg reepectfnTjyfh' > h solicit attention to their extensive, and varied assort.; '< ment of superior English Perfumery and General ml Articles for the Toilet. The continually rncreasirj. II demand for their artie'es, for nearly a century pjJ5 B is the best testimony that can be offered in -Dfatoti > of the high estimation in which they have at all t__>; ; been held. Every description of English Perfumery > is manufactured on the premises, under their IP, immediate inspection, and is guaranteed to be made §1 only from the very best materials. ' , CAUTION.—Messrs. J. &E. Atkinson regret to H state that the great reputation attained for their I Perfumery, &c , has led to their Goods being largely counterfeited, and that spurious imitations are sold ' on the Continent of Europe, in America, andinth. I* Colonies, even by houses of respectability. ; ATKINSONS' ESSENCE OF WHITE ROSE.—A very choice Perfume for tie Handkerchief. _f ATKINSONS' BALSAM OF WRITE ROSES.—A Superior Pomade for' the Hair. I ATKINSONS' WHITE ROSE SACHET POWDER.—In Fancy Paper PacketH. j H ATKINSONS' WHITE ROSE TOOTH I PASTE.—In Flat Glass .Tars. ATKINSONS' WHITE ROSE TOOTH i POWDER—In Boxes ATKINSONS* MILK OF WHITE ROSES. I For beautifying the Skin. ATKINSONS' CELEBRATED BEARS' I GREASE, as originally introduced by; them, an excellent preparation for pro. motiiig the Growth of the Hair. :. -a i g"k i n, ":;;\ j; DISPENSING PHARMACIST, ;; Druggist, Importer of Chemicals, Pee. ' FUMERY, BrTJSHWARE, TcILET AITICLES, Surgical Appliance*, &c, &.., , Queen-street, Auckland. r- PROFESSIONAL NOTICE ' MR McCLEAN, r (Late Surgeon Dentist to the City of Dublin ( ' Hospital, Dublin), . !■'-" May be consulted at K. D. Sykes, Upper Queen street Auckland, on all diseases and irregularities io f. the Teeth, from 9a m to 5.30 pm. Artificial Teeth.,' ids. rt»d on the most recent scientific principles. '' EW ZEALAND INSURANCE. | COMPANY. FIRE AND MARINE. i Capital, paid up and invested ;...__4O,'ooq. t Insirrance against LOSS BY FIRE of every dcs- ■■ cription of Property may be efiected with this Com- PaHuils Insur*"* "or the Voyage or Time. Merchan., disc Goods, a? Freight Insured, by steamers and sailing ve°se?. < Risks on Specie subject to special arraDgementSLOSSES PROMPTLY PAID GEO. P. PIERCE. Manager , iiTSendelow 166, QUEEN-STREET, ■; Auckland, solicits inspection of his STOOK OF IRONMONGE S V Chaff-Cutters, For Hand, Horse, and Steam-power ,'j > Hay and Chaff Knives, Fern and Bill Hooks Cheese Presses, Wheat Mills Cart and Plough Traces, Back Band- Spades, Sliovelf?, and Draining Tools Grindstones, Digging Forks Saws, Wedges, Maul Rings Milk Pans, Garden Rollers Avery's Weigfcin Machine^, to 6 cwt. ::./.::>» Furnace Pans, in Copper, Enamel, and Galvanized Iron Cart Arms and Boxes, Carriage Lamps Patent Mail Axles, \U to 2 in. Springs and Scroll' Iron > .v t?. Leamington Ranges, With and without High Pressure Boilers to supply Baths . : . ~ Scotch and American Stoves •■ Portable Fire Grates, Colonial Ovens . ~;, ". Cocoa Door Mats, Door Scrapers 1 Iron Bedsteads and Children's Cots • Register Orates, Sham Registers J Marble Chimney Pieces Portable Washing Boilers, in Copper, Enamelled' and Galvanized Iron Hall and Shop Stoves j ~,;■ Kerosene Lamps, Table, Hall, Bracket, and Chandeliers '/, . Globes, Chimnies, and Wicks i Gasaliers, in Bronze and Glass, 2, 3, _, and . ights j Gas Brackets and Hall Lamps . ' '__ Fenders, in Bronzed and Berlin Black Fire Irons, Nursery and Fire Guards . . . ■ "i Mangles and Wringing Machines i . ' "Washing Machines, Patent Knife' Cleaners Washing Tubs, Buckets, Hand Bowls Canary and Parrot Cage Electro-plated Spoons, Forks, Cruets ' ' ! ' ';' Tea and Coffee Sets, &c. Ivory, Buck, and Black Tipped Knives and orks Pen and Pocket Knives, Scissors ~j. Baths, Coal Vases Curtain Bands, Wash Leathers \'y • Brushes, all kinds " Brass Scales, '• For Grocers and Bntchers, with Patent Agate Centres ' « \\.t . j* Ewbank's Wire and Cut Nails ' g Rim, Cupboard, Mortice, and other Locks ;? Hinges and Screws, Glue . Glass Paper, Coffin Furniture ';'.," i Saws, Chisels, Planes ~.. Nuts and Bolts (all sizes), Tool Basket Iron Hooping, . , ( 1 in. to 2 in. RIVETS. \ - ? s H,_g i I .J*_j * Jl, _ __3Bi_."_ 11" _. I wk\ l_lll . BJl_-fr-J__£j!^ y _tt^T^-_^^'^;>w_lw^___l-?;'-^__*______l c >sS^______ |jpS|FSH*^iSa_^__^^ ' THE following are the Rates for Advertising in the Stab :— . . ' s, a. ,-',*;;-' Three Lines : 1 0' ( Four Lines 1 6 Six Lines 2 6 Perlnch 5 0 ;r Contracts can be made for Monthly, Qi_Mr*!™V>;; ■ Half-yearly, and Yearly advertisements. 0 W \