Jfirmigh all the three hundred years of oppression, when Servia was made the battle-field for the Turks and Hungarians still were preserved the recollectioes of former freedom. Only the opportunity was lackiW I he outrages of the filthy Turks carried on remorsel lessly through all that long period, served but as reminders to save the national enmity from extinction. No woman was safe from outrage, no man from insult and torture. At last came the chance, and Czerny George arose, a leader of men. At the head of 10 000 desperate patriots he made mince-meat of the Turkish forces and. with the steady support of Russia, estab lished Servia s independence in 1812 ; hut quickly his government fell to pieces, for no Servian has yet proved himself ruler, and then came the Turkish revenue—the slaughter of infants, the outrages on women, 'the im paling of 300 Servian Christians on the walls of Bel grade ; there are men living who remember these horrors. But again Servia rose, led by Milosh, and eventually, by the treatyof 1830, the independence of the country was secured in a way. The Turks were to hold certain fortresses, and a tribute was to be paid to do with the government off Servia. Since then the infrimnn^rt T ever f bt; en irritating the Servians by infringingthe items of the treaty, and as late as 1862 ever WW^ 1 H^f f°r "° earthly reason whit* ~■, \ h^ if they hate the Turks ! What n. sifrre^ c Se- mali Stl" dreams of a grand Servian Din J !£S cw ti2?' hounded nor* and south by the !tv , be, a As d"crraneaTl'onthe cast and ™*tbr the Black and Adriatic seas. As to Set-Ma's allies, there is Bosnia with a couple of million of inhabitants, the most of whom are Christian who have often risen against Turkey, and for the past year have set the Moslem forces at defiance. There is K B-. ho,? inhabitants are also Slavs and ad erentsofthe Greek Church, conquered by tne Turks in 1392, and held by them ever since. The defence of then principal city, Sihstria. by the Turks we all remember at the outset of the Crimean war The Her rW^",1' a ontains some 1,400,000 souls, who hate and detest their rulers. It formed an independent kingdom 01 duphy, but was ceded to Turkey in 1697, and was tnen incorporated with Bosnia. Montenegro is a tiny little spot only extending over 1,930 square miles, and the population only I? o,ooo. But they are terrible fighters. They live m a series of awful mountain passes Jivery man is a warrior and a devont Chris tian. J hey can live and work hard on a crust of bread and a drink of water. They are splendid shots and every man as he digs in his field has a pistol in his belt wni v fe 1"?* at ht back- Thfiy have ever « war with Turkey, whose policy has been to coop them up in their own fastnesses. They have now descended upon the rear of the Turkish forces in Bosnia, delighted at the Idea of another row with the Crescent They have 20,000 drilled troops. And now I think I have pretty well put you in pos sesion of the facts of the situation. The sympathy for the insurgents is felt not only in England. Old Can bald!, without whose finger no revolutionary pie would be complete, says he is too old to go himself, but he will send a lot of his friends. In Paris they are subscribing 111 aid of arms and provisions. All the restless spirits are gravitating towards Eastern Europe. As for Europe generally, the Powers are looking towards England even as the eyes of a maiden unto the hands of her mistress; for England, by her prompt action by the purchase of Suez Canal shares, by her refusal to sign the Berlin note, and by the despatch of her fleets to Besika Bay, has suddenly but certainly convinced Continental statesmen that England is th« power to be consulted, and they are proportionately dis concerted. Prince Bismarck has more than once said ol late that England's influence in the future would have to be courted and not disregarded. And America : what of her in this struggle for free dom In the midst of her "Oh, be joyful !" business has she a thought for the unhappy Servians ? Oh yes ! a lot of thought !| She can see the road to making a few dollars, and a couple of ship loads of shoddy trousers and rifles warranted to burst have already started for Eastern ports with a view of doing a smart trade with somebody.

Greenstone,

THE OPERA.

O " LA FILLE De MADAME ANGOT."

IMMENSE SUCCESS

The most brilliant house of the season was present last night at the second representa tion of Lecoq 8 favorite opera "La Fille de Madame Angot." Scarcely a seat was to be found in the dress circle by those who arrived late, while in the lower parts the theatre was densely crowded. The opera is of so spark ling and lively a eharaater that it is no wonder it attracts so largely, and its success is all the more natural from there being jast the least trace of naughtiness about the plot. The story is very much after the French novel style, and the dialogue and acting at times approach the broad. But, however, much moralists may rail against this sort of things, it is still popular, and won't be put down. Human nature cannot be altered by pulpit denuncia tion or even by Mr Tinsley's lectures, and the woeful truth still remains patent that the best audience at cur theatres are drawn by witty and light compositions, not too highly but ? judioiously spiced with equivocal re partee and inuendo. "La Fille de Madame Angot" is admirably adapted to catch the breeze of popular favor. The music is perfectly captivating in its sparkle and constant variety ; the very feet itch to dance to it. This is more par ticularly the case in the beautiful scene where the cleverness of Mdllo. Lange in a moment turns a meeting of conspirators into a ball, and the music by a charming transition changes into the " Madame Angot" waltz, now one of the most popular in Europe. The feeling pre-eminent at this point is disappoint ment that you are chained to your seat aad cannot join in the dance. As in the case of many other operas there is one partiaular air running through the whole. In the composition we are speaking of, the prevail ing melody is a quick, rollicking air, almost "jigsy" in its character, but so taking that you hear people humming it all over the place while the crowd is dispersing after the performance. It is a blessing that here in Auckland we cannot well have it murdered on a barrel organ, an infliction which we cannot be far wrong in saying has already been endured in London and Paris. Madame Simonsen as Clairette looked, dressed, sang, and acted admirably the part of the fresh and naive French market girl. This lady never diaplays her art more effectively than in the imitation of simplicity, and her Clair ette is irresistable in its unconventional drol lery. The charm of the impersonation con sists in this feature, for it contains no magni ficent artistic flights, and nothing even so genuinely good as the "Say to him an Impress he's made on me," of the Grande Duchesse, to compare it with a composition which " Madame Angot" somewhat resembles. The part is interspersed with poignant little morceaux, too numerous to mention, all of which were "hit off" by Madame Simonsen in a crisp and taking manner, and with the most charmingly appropriate ex pression and action. The Revolutionary song was a great success and pleased every one. Signor Carmini Morley acted and sang well as Ange Pitou, though by some it might be objected that his style was too heavy for the witty Frenchman. The natty little Bong, "Tis certain that I love Clairette," was given by him with due point, and was well received. Miss Lambert acquitted herself well in the role of Mddle. Lange, her lively manner suiting well the coquettry of the naughty but beautiful intrigante. Her singing in the anacreontic song about the mischief woman can do with her beauty, was rapturously applauded. Mr Hodgson as Lauravandiere, attracted much applause. His conception of the character was ex- i tremely good, and he carried it through well. We consider this one of this gentleman's best impersonations. Mr Levison did well as Louchard, hi* get-up being " immense," and his bonffe singing good. Mr Steinbach as Pomponnot had a great deal to do, and we must congratulate him upon doing it well. H« acted the dainty barber very skilfully, and sang the many pretty songs whioh dot the part with requisite abandon, especially " She is so inno cent and youthful." Mr Darbyshire made a most ludicrous Trenitz, and his antics kept the house in a roar. Mr Markham of eourae had the part of " Cadet" allotted him, and he succeeded in investing it with a due amount of fun and frolic. Miss Blanch Harris as Amaranthe sang the solo introducing the merry characteristic chorus, "NV\ •> pretty," in a very charm ing manned N^ihe many concerted gems whioh stn/ Fopera we will meHtion the following; .aving been particularly notice able lasf Aght : The chorus "None so pretty,"' as very effective and jolly, and introduo d the leading strain ; the duet between Signor Morley and Mr Hodgaon, "Oh, I never felt so happy in my life," was rendered with any amount of "go." The arrest chorns made a capital finish to the Ist act. The duett between Lange and Clairette, "Childhood'a Days," was singularly beautiful, and the fine soprano voice of the prima donna mingled delightfully with the mellow contralto of Miss Lambert. '

c ja-mous quintette in the 2nd act went splendidly, and was perhaps the finest thing of the piece. The chorus, "And if we do this it is with Reason," was another lively morceau beautifully&iven. The conspirators' chorus, another of the prominent hits of the opera was invested with appropriate mystery and sent the audience into roars. It had to be repeated. The opening scene in the third act was highly creditable to the taste and skill of Mr Holmes, the scene painter. The ballet with which the act opened was the best bit of that kind of business the company has yet given, and the comic quadrille was encored vociferously. The principal song, in this act was Clairette's "On me you soared on small expense," which Madame Simonsen interpreted deliciously, while the chorus " Of her ma, you see" came in at the close of each verse with tremendous effect. During the medley between Larivandiere and Pomponnet the orchestra fell into their old fault of beinsr too loud. The «horua "Bravo, it makes them quite wild," Clairettes solo, "Yes I cried with vexation," with a final run off to the prevailing air wound up a capital evening's entertainment. With the exception just mentioned the performanoe of the orchestra was perfect,and forms a great feature of the performance. We expect to see this opera have a long inn.

OUR GOLDFIELDS.

Ohinemuri.

A pigeongram from Waitekauri this morn ing says.the mine is looking splendid. The battery and tramway are working first rate, all the stampers and beading going smootnly, and without any scum on the plates. Talma.

The Tairua new Dattery starts on Monday, in the presence of one of the directors. The four stamper is going still, on stone from the big face, with a good show of amalgam on on the plates.

The Golden Arrow started sinking another fifty feet.

GRAHAMSTOWN.

(From our own Correspondent.) This day Crushings- Solo claim has 7ozs 7dwts from 10 tons. Crowk Princess.—The melted gold in the bank is 66ozu. The total for the week is 14S ozs.

Tue Californian Tribute crushed 100 tons 'or 14ozs 12dwts melted.

McCormick's Bank melted 3ozs 17dwts; net payable. The Caledonian has liozs 12dwts, result of the cleaning up.

Moanafciri Company crushed 3GO tons for 650z3 Gdwfcs.

Beehive tribute crushed 4 tons for 3ozs Sdwts.

In the City of London the junction of No. 4 with No 1 was effeoted 400 feet from the shaft forming a large body of quarts.

ARTEMUS WARD ON THE RACE COURSE.

(From the Weekly Girdle.) Our correspondent down West supplies us with the following :—The celebrated Arteraua ard, junior, like his father, is rapidly bring ing himself into public notoriety. Ha is about the strongest freak ef human nature it has ever been our lot to witness. Last weak he got it into his head that his old horse Nebo could do a race or two. Anyhow, he determined to enter him for the Maiden Plate $15,000. There was a perfect jubilee of fnn as Artemus mounted his old stager and drew up among the competitors ; but when Arfce mus gripped the pommel of the saddle with his left hand, and threw his legs forward nearly on the horse's neck, there arose a per fect hurricane of laughter among the betting men. It is well to state here that Artemus provided himself with a combustible whip, prepared for the occasioH. But now the horses were arranged by the starter and um pire. Ward took a position in the middle, looking anything but graceful. I was going to proceed further about Artemus letting off some very practical curses at his old horse when I heard the starter crying out, "Are yeu all ready?" "I'm in old hoss," responded Artemus while throwing his body into a strange contortion. The signal was given, Artemus used mysterious whip; at eaoh streke a species of bomb burst, followed by a streak of fire. The rest of the horses were terrified, and bolted, several of the jockeys being capsized. The rest oould not get them to face the infernal machine, and, in consequence, Artemus came in a winner by fifteen lengths, amid the greatest enthusi asm ever witnessed on an American race course.

PUBLIC SUICIDE OF A CHINESE WIDOW.

Tbb Overland China Hail gives an account of a strange suicide which was lately committed, at Jj'uh chow Foo. It seems that a young lady, an inhabitant of that city, who had the misfortune to be left a widow while yet in her teens, was urged by some injudicious relatives to enter again into the bonds of wedlock. The thought thus suggested of supplying the place of her late husband waa so repugnant to her feelings that in order !to escape from the persecution of her advisers, she determined to " ascend to heaven on the bacK of a stork," or. in other words, publicly to commit suicide. Having arrived at this determination a day was fixed for the ceremony. Early on the fatal morning, the lady, dressed as the Queen of Heaven, and surrounded by a large following f admiring rela tives and friends, started from her late husband's house in an open sedan-chair for the scene of her self inflicted death. By the way, she visited her parents, to old them farewell, and stopped occasionally en route to taste the viands which were placed at intervals by the side of the road as a funeral. On arriving at an open spaco at the back of the Hai-chaou Temple the mousterl on a scaffolding which had been erected for the purpose, and, having bowed to the vast crowd which had assembled to witness the proceedings, she cried with a loud voice, " Heaven and earth ! and my friends I I am quite satisfied to die in this manner." Having; said this, she stepped on to a chair on the platform, and thrust her head through the noose of the cord, which hnng suspended from a cross-beam above her. At the same moment a red cloth was placed over her head and face, and then without the least hesitation, she jumped off the chair. Beath was almost instantaneous, and she expired without the least apparent struggle. Unfortunately the effect of this young lady's self-devotion did not end with her life, for so deep an impression did her conduct mrke on some boys who had witnessed the spectacle that they amused themselves on the following day by making believe to follow her example. By a mis adventure, while one of them was adjusting the rope round his neck, his playmates ran off, and on their return they found that he likewise had " ascended to heaven on the back of a stork."

BARLOW'S CIRCUS.

Baklow's Circus was exhibited In a tent on Mr Buck land'a paddock at Newmarket last night, and drew a capital audience. The performance of the educated ponies, dog, monkey's, and other animals was highly interesting, and judging from the laughter which was heard must have tioklod the spectators Immensely. The Circtta will perform again in the same place this evening.

TELEGRAPHIC.

RUSSELL.

(From ©M owh Correspondent.) This day.

Arrivals : Tkc Elfiinor«, Ebenezer, Golden Isle, Speedwell, Onward, and Christina from Auckland. The Policeman from the Thames. The Peri and Fairlie, bound to Kaipara, are both lying windbound. The Elsinore leaves to-night for Auckland.

WELLINGTON.

[Per Press Telegram Agency.] This day.

Wheat scaroe ; best quality, 5s 3d ; ordi nary, 4s 6d; barley dull, and prime samples difficult to move at 4s to 4s 6d ; oats freely enquired for, and all pareeis arriving meet with ready sale at Is lid to 2s for seed, and 2s Id to 2s 3d for milling and seed samples.

CHRISTCHURCH.

(Per Press Telegram Agency). Friday.

Turner Recaptured. Dr Turner waa recaptured by the police to-day.

DUNEDIN.

i (From our own correspondent). This day. Charge Against Mr Haughton. The Star says information against Mr Haughton was not laid by the Crown, but by the police in the ordinary way. Boss, a navvy on the Matura railway, assaulted another navvy named Hitching with a spade, injuring him severely on the face and arm. Boberts's Visit. Pioberts's agent finds considerable difficulty in getting men to compete against him. Weston will not play unless he receives consideration which is deemed exorbtiant. Roberts plays three times a week, once being in the afternoon when ladies will be admitted.

DUNEDIN.

(f er Press Telegram Agency). Friday. The "Times" on the Ex-Premier. The Times says of the Premier's retire ment : "If we must speak frankly, we think that in the present condition of our affairs we shall be doing an economical thing for the country to let our late Premier leave, and only pay him the salary of an Agent-General. His schemes cost the country more than that every year by a great many thousands."

Australian Cablegrams.

0 Rupture Among the Banks- Great Failures. MELBOURNE.-THIS DAY. The understanding which existed among the Banks is coming to a rupture, owing to the Bank of New South Wales requiring cer tain alterations in the Banks clearing hours in regard to bills and other minor matters. Notice of withdrawal on Tuesday was given, but the bank authorities have been requested to refrain from immediate action pending further consideration. Messrs Whitney, Chambers and Co. have failed. Total liabilities, nearly ninety three thousand, but deficiency will not amount to more than thirty three thousand. Adelaide : E. M. Bagots has failed ; total liabilities, £107,000; assets, less than half. Arrived, Alhambra.

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41 A TTENTION!—No. 3 COM- B XjL paky, a k.v. a Monthly Inspection Parade, with arms and accou trements, and in Full Dress Uniform, on Thursday Evening next, at the usual hour. A full attendance requested. AKTHUR MOUKOW, Captain Commanding. 2nd September, 1876. 41 A TTENTION!—AUCKLAND P XJL ARTILLERY VOLUNTEERS. The Monthly Inspection for September will be held in the Drill-shed on Thursday Evening next, the 7th instant, at 7.30. Uniform: Full Dress, with arms and accoutrements. A lull attendance of the Battery is requested. J. HERBERT BURNS. Captain. | A TTENTION !—AUCKLAND (| -£*- SCOTTISH YQLUNTEEfW. The Company will meot om Wednesday, 6th inst., at 6. SO p.m., at the Drill-abed. Uniform : full Cross, without arms. By older. JOHN MOWBRAY, Captain. PITT-STREET WESLEYAN GfiTUKCH.—Sunday Services.—September 3.— The Rev W. J. Wilhamo will preach in the morning, at 11, and Eev W. Kirk, in the evening at 6.80. NION - STEEET WESLEYAN CHAPEL.—The Sabbath Servicoß in the above place of worship w.ll be conducted to-morrow, at 11 a m., by Mr Cox ; Evanlng, at 6.30. PRINCE of Wales Theatre.—Sunday Evening Services, September 3, from 8 till 9. Seats Free. No Collection. TTNSECTARIAN Sunday Services) kJ Lome-street Hall, conducted by Samuel Edgar, E.A., September 8 —Morning: " Martyrs in Life, and Martyrs in Death." Evening: "Happiness in this Hfe the Divine Intention." THE NEWTON KlßK.—Divine Service at the usual hours on Sunday.— Subjects—Morning : "St. Paul and the Sorcerers of Ephesuß." Evening: "St. Paul and the Tradesmen •f Ephaaas." T~ HE NINTH LECTURE of the Series on " The Women of the Bible," by th« Eev. Warlow Davits, M.A., Will be given at the Con gregational Church, Bareaford -street, To-morrow Hvening. Subject: "Ruth." S~~T. SEPULCHRE'S OBUHCH.— Octave of Anniversary, To-morrow. Special Bervices—Ba.m., 11a.m., 0 30 p.m. Evanlng Preacher, The Bishop. Concluding service, with addiess by the Rev. R. S. Hassard, on Monday evening, at 7.45 p.m. D'NITED Methodist Free Church, junction of Pitt and Vincent-streets.—Divine Service every Lord's Day—Morning at 11; Evening at 6.30. pHRISTIAN MEETING-HOUSE, \J Cook-street.—Lord's Day. Worship, 11 a.m. Preaching, 6.80 p.m. Tuesday: Bible Class, opon to the public, 7.80 p.m. RIMITIYE Methodist Chapel, Edwardes-street. — Morning, at 11 o'clock, Rev W. Harris; Evening, at 6.30, Rev "W. Tinsley. "PRIMITIVE Methodist Chapel, JL Sheridan-street,—Morning, 11 o'clock, by Rev. W. Tinsley ; Evening, at 6 30, Rev. W. Harris. T3EMTJERA.—St. Luke's Presby- JLI/ terian Chiftch.—The Rev. Robt. Fraser, M.A. (recently from Scotland), will preach in the above Church to-morrow, at 11 a m. and 6.30 p m DEVONPOET, North Shore— Several Cottages and one good Family Dwell ing To Let. Also, good House Property J?or Sale.— Oliver Maya. NEWTON HALL.—Mr. Brothers, from America, will preach to-morrow evening. Subject—"Forgiveness of Sins." Come and wel come No collections. NORTH SHORE.—Wesleyan Ser vices, Devonport Hall. —Morning, at 11, by Mr 8, Laury; Evening, at 6.30, Mr Welsman. LOST, from Eden Terrace, two grey Geese.—Finder will be rewarded on returning same to Post Office, Eden Terrace. O LET, a desirable Family Kesi dence situate at Beresford-street, next Dr Ken nedy's For particulars, apply to J F Churton, High street. AUCKLAND SAVINGS BANK. ■ ______ A Meeting of the Trustees will be held on MON DAY next, the 4th inst, at 3 o'clock pm. W. C. DALDY, Vice-President. mjE MP L A|R BENEFIT SOCIETY. The Qparterly Meeting of the abava Society -will ba held at the Temperance Hall. Albert-street, on TUES DAY EVENING next, at 7.80 pm. All Members are rsquired to attend, and all contributions in arrears must then be paid up. B. JBSSOP, Secretary. ]yr ANTJK ATT HARBOTJH. Notice is hereby given that the South Head Beacens at the Entrance ot the Manukau Harbour are bow adjtmed (In lino) to lead the course of the South Chan nel, bearing (from aea) N.R. by T $ N., magnetic, and that the Temporary Leadiag Mark, have been Re moved, THOMAS WING, Harbourmaster. ~Vx CJTRANGER, FROM j£^Bk Xl) MELBOURNE. i||fy_lwr The above vessel having entered at *?38k»S1ws the Customs, confcigneoß are requested to Pay Freight, Fas Entries, and take delivery of Goods in terms of Bills of Lading. All Goods impeding ship's discharge will be landed and stored at consignees' ilsk and expense. A Sight Entry to clear the above vessel will be passed on Monday, at 3 p.m. BROWN, CAMPBELL & CO., Agents. A^ M O T I O E. _fl All Accounts against the schooner ET Marion, to bo pent in by the sth inst for settlement to Thomas W. Brown, agent. F. W. WEIGHT, Z Ownw.



<fsk. '&%£ £?% WANTED, for Kawakawa School, a Junior Assistant Lady Teacher.—Apply for information at the office of the Board of Educa tion. h^, O P A I N T E R S. I "Wanted, two good Hand 3 for Napier.—Apply W. PHILLIPPS & SON, Queen-street. _NTBD, a respectable Girl, about 15, to proceed to Wapier; passage paid. — Apply to K. Waters, Confectioner, Queen-street YkJ ANTKD Known, five per cent * * discount off of Herbert H. Smiths Improved Patent Portable Ovens, Col.inial Ovens, &c, second hand Ranges, House and Ship Stoves, *c, for sale chuap, at the Awekland Iron Works, Durham- Btreet West. WANTED, an experienced Nurse Girl not under 15 years of age.—Apply to Mra Dornwell. Queen-ntreet. WANTED, a Stout Lad as Apprentice to the Bread, Biscuit, and Confection ery Business.—Apply to C. Burton, Parnell Bakery. _^ ~AJNT__), a respectable Boy for an Office.—Apply Star office. ANTED, a Night Porter.—Apply Greyhound Hotel. WANTED, a good Engineer and a Fireman.—G. Boidship & Co., 45, Insurance Buildings. ; WANTED to SELL, a large Brick fc tore—For particulars, apply to Mr Alfred Smart, Victorla-st£eeß_.Ea3t W7XNTED7~a good General Ser- I 1 vant —Apply between the hours 10 and 3 to Mrs Nation, St George's Buy Road. P/irnell. WANTED, a good General Ser vant at the Harp of Erin Hotel, near Elleralio. W" ANTED, a strong Lad to look after a Horso and a garden—B.Udy, Mount Eden- WANTED, Apprentices. — Miss Froude, Milliner and Straw Worker, [Carangahape Road, Newton. ANTED, a good Cook and Laun dress /or the suourbs. —E. Henry's Registry, Sbortland-atreet. WANTED, 25 Second-hand Pianos, no matter how old, shape, or make, for cash. —Webb's Music Saloon, Wellesley-Btreet. rpO BUTOHERsT^Wanted a young JL Man to make himself generally useful. —Apply to J. Longley, Butcher, Onehunga. W~X]N TT^D7aß~good~plain Cook, a trustworthy Woman, who is also a good Bread maker—Apply to Mrs Cowie, Bishop's Court, between 10 and 11 am, or C and 7 pm. ANTED Known, Smith's Coa" and Firewood Depot, corner of Hobson and Wyndham-strdetß. The abo^e having1 steam power on the premises for Cuttintr Firewood, will deliver in any part of Auckland, Titree Firewood, uncut, 13» per ton; cut, 15s per ton. .Firewood cut in short lengths to urder, for small stoves, &c, at greatly reduced rates. Liberal reduction to large consumers. Good measure guaranteed, WANTED, Farming man and wife to occupy a good Farm on Shares —For par ticulars apply to Adam Laybourn, Commission agent, Fort-street. ANTED KNOWN that J.MORKISON is prepared to eiecuta ;hands of ASPHALTINCI at rsaooaabls prices.— Address Newton Road. W~ ANTED, a Parson who under; stands a Sole Sewing Machine, or is willing to loam ; a'so good Finialiers —W. Parker's London Boot Factory, Wakefield-Btreer. ANTJBD KNOWN, that J. GREEN has on sale :—Embrodiery, from 5d to lOd ; Ladies' and Girl's Stockicgs at 6d; Men'e and Boy's Brown Cotton Socks, 6d per pair ; Imitation Jot Enrrings, from 2d per pair; Thread Gloves, 4d per pair : iCvans's 200-yard3 Crochet Reels, Is 9d per dozen ; Fancy Soap, in large cakes, 2Xd each, or 5 for als ; 3 Large Handkerchiefs for a Is; Laces, 3d dozen, much cheaper by the gross; Men's Braces, lOd to Is per pair (best value in Auckland): stay Busks, 3d each ; Coilais, 6d per box ; Hair Brußkes, Is each ; Towels, 3%d each; good Perfumes, 6d per bottle and up wards ; other goods equally cheap—J. CKREKN, No. 53, City Market. ANTED Everybody to Know, that the undersigned has made a still further Large Seduction in his Prices. Good ser viceable Siding Saddles, 45b each, with mounts; Strong durable Double-Rein Bridles. 9b 6d each; Strong durable Single-Rein Bridles, 7s (id each; all other goods proportionately oheap, to make room for large shipments to arrive per Robina Dunlop, and other vessels, nearly due.—W. S. JONES, Wholesale and Retail Saddler, Manufacturer and Importer, Queen-street. N.B.—-A. few best quality Riding Saddles, slightly damaged, for Bale very cheap. WANTED Known, Stretton's Book, Stationery, and Berlin Wool Depot is now 208. Queen-street, opposite MoArttmr, Shera's new Warehouse. ANTED, Visitors to the New Theatre to remember that they oan be sup plied with Cat and Unout Tobacco and Cigars of finest quality, at the Theatre Royal Cigar Divan, next to the Theatre Kntranoe, Victoria-street.—Brown and Paten. ANTED Known, that J. Heape, Symonds-street, Drayer, *c, offers Special Lines, as he has a Large and New Lot of Hometrpun Dress Goods, assorted shadea, Is worth Is6d; Tweeds, new Plaids. Men's and Boys' Suits made to ardor. Mankete, from 12s Cd per pair, very cheap ; Ladies' Waterproofs, 18s. WANTED Known, Jno. O. Clough, Machinist, Masefleld'fl Buildings, Albert street, is the oldest established and only practical maker and repairer ef Sowius? Machines in the pro vince. All work guaranteed of best materials and quality and lowest remunerative charge. Model Steam Engine Castings, complete sets, from 7s 6d. Some First-class Lock-stitch Sewing Machines for' sale. ILLIAMS'S KAUKI GUM FIRE-KINDLBRB, Unrivalled for Lighting or Reviving a Fire.—C. Williams, In returning thanks for the liberal support he has received during the last six years, begs to state that by a new process of cleaning the Gnm, his Kindlers are greatly im proved in quality and increased in size, but not in price. The New and Improved Kindlers are dis tinguished by a Red Label. Wllliams's Celebrated WASHING FLUID saves a deal of labour; perfectly harmless to the finest fabric, and wonderful in its effects. Sold in bottles at 6d and la each. Try it. — Faotory: Albert-street, Auckland. WANTED, to Kent, Lease, or Pur chase a six-roomed house in the neighbour hood of the Newmarket Railway station; not less than half an acre of ground—" E JH." Stab office. WA JN TE JJ Known, that the Fitting Shop, Sewing Machine and Howe's Agency, is REMOVED to Vulcan Lane, corner of High-street. Only the highest class machines kept In stock. Repairs to all machines properly done. Steam Quages repaired, tested, and adjustnd. ANTED KNOWN, that D. GOLDIE is prepared to supply all kinds of Timber and other Building Materials, including Sashes, Doors, Mouldings, Broad Timber, House Blocks, Posts, Rails, Hardwood Felloes, Shafts, Iron Bark and Blue Gum Laths, Shingles, &c, &c, at the lowest market price, at this Yards, Custom-house street. WANTED, Subscribers to Magazines to know that they can have the numbers Handsomely Bound, at a trifling cost. Musio and other Binding done in best styIe.—WILLIAM LEYS Machine Ruler and Account-Book Manufacturer, next door to the EvxmNa Stab Office, Wyndham gtreet. rpHE CANTERBURY FOOTBALL JL MATCH. All accounts against the Committee of Manage ment in connection with the above Match, should be sent in to Mr M. Clark, Treasurer, Shortland-street, by MONDAY next. rpo OAEPENTEKS AND BUILDERS. Tenders are invited for the Erection of a Wool Shod at Napier. Plans and specifications may be seen at our office. G. HOLDSHIP, 47, Insurance Buildings. PRIDE OF TOKATEA GOLDMINING COMPANY (REGISTERED). ■ T- The Half-yearly General Meeting of Shareholders is herby convened to be held in the Company's Office, Insurance Buildings, Queen-Btreet, Auckland, on MONDAY, 4th September, at noon. Business : To receive reports and balance sheets. ROBERT HORNE, Legal Manager, Auckland, Anguat 18,1876. TirrRITING- and Bookkeeping taught. YV Schools and Families visited. System of Self-improvement. Writing forwarded to any part of the Colony, hi books ready for use, on receipt of £2.— Address: Mr Nicholson, Finishing Writing Master, 73, Grey-street, Auckland,



MfinO LET, a comfortable sk it, roomed House in Nelson-street; also a four-roomed House in Ponsonby, rent 7s.—Apply at Fairey's Central Store, junction of Grey and Queen streets. : N~ORTH. SHOEE.—To Let, the Shop and Dwelling-house, lately occupied by Bass, Shoemaker ; also, two Cottages -iS and R Duder, Bp-use Agents. MnpO LET, at Selwyn Terrace, JL Parnell. a comfortable Family Resi dence—Mrs W. V. Wheeler, opposite 8t Barnabas Churchy "ZzAg. HPO LET, with immediate \p \ ftffo "* entry, a newly-erected Two-storied &?=!>= && Brick Building, off Durham-street, 66 feet by 23 feet, inside measurement, with Three-stalled Stable, Cart Shed, and a Good "Well, suitable for a Dry Goods Store, or the Wine and Spirit Trade. The Premises, which are commodious, and in a first-rate business position, are fitted up as a Sodawater and Cordial Manufactory, having Steam Engine by Bar nett and Foster of London, Sodawater and Bottling Machines, and all appliances of the very best descrip tion for a large business. An Inventory and Valua tion of the Machinery and Stock-in-Trade, and full particulars, can be had on applying to Messrs. Mow bray, Land Agents, Queen-street, Auckland. O LET, or for Sale, on easy terms, in Union-street, Freeman's Bay, a House of 7 rooms, with bathroom and laundry; gas and water laid on, and good well on the premises.—Apply to C. Alexander, Insurance Building's. MT7OR SALE, on easy terms, a JL comfortable Four-roomed Cottage, good garden.-—Apply to Philip Crowe, 95, Victoria-street. MT7OR SALE, a comfortable four JO roomed House in Drake-street. Terms easy.—Apply to H. Partington, 57. Queen-street. ffip§ HHO LET, or For Sale, on easy I terms, in Cross-street, near Upper Queen-3treet, a House of four rooms, with stables to hold six or seven horses; a good well of water.— Apply to Joseph Young, on tha premises. npO LIT, two large Booms ; every &■ convenience ; rent low—Apply at this office. T? OBT S ALK~th~e" MagnificeiitTKAp's X? PIANO, now used by the Simonsen Opera Company—the finest instrument in the colony. Price £100.— Apply to Martin Simonsen. FOR SALE, a Cutter of 14 tons register, complete in every respect—For par ticulars, apply to J. M. and J. Mowbray, 42, Queen atreet. lAS. REWARD.—Lost on August JL VJ 14th, from the Remuera Cattle Yards, a large Red Poley Cow, forward in calf.—Apply to Hunter and Nolan. T7OU.ND, on my premises at One- JJ bunga, on Thursday, Slst August, 2 PiffS The owner can h*ve them on giving a proper description, and paying expensea. — Goorge Broadfoot. ORIVATE Board and Residence for JL three or four Gentlemen. —Mrs Owen, Wake field-si reet. 4? /LOO TRUST MONEY To OWtB'L/U Lend on good Freehold Security.— Apply to F. L, Prime, Estate Agent, 23, Insurance Buildings. - t I C E. All Acocunts against One Tree Hill Farm to be sent in at once to the underaipned, care of Brown, Campbell and Co. J. LOGAN CAMPBELL. Auckland, 31st August. OAKD and Residence in a Private Family for two respectable Men, three minutea walk from Union Bank —Mrs Hughes, one door above Scotia Hotel, Hobsop-street. LOST, between Mr. Atkins, Printer, High-street, and back road to Shortland-street. a Silk Umbrella, which fell from the handle. —Any one returning the same to the office of this paper will be rewarded. Til REW A R D.—Strayed, Irish dUi- Setter Do? «'Carlo w"; red, with white breast aud paws. The above reward will be paid to any person leaving him at my residence.—Arthur Morrow. Newton Road. —September 2, 187 G. lAS" REWAKD.— Lost, between I \ / Auckland and Coromanrtel, a Bunch of Keys. Apply Williams and Co., No. 1, Fort-street. rpHE person who has Mr. Hicks's JL Washing will please return it immediately, as he wants some blankets washed. TWf O T I C~ E. Samuel Coombes has made arrangements with Mr John Ford (who has given up his Tailoring business at The Pantheon), to superintend that Branch in his c Btablishment. TIT USIC LESSONS. To the Ladies and Gentlemen op Auckland. Mr Henry Rowe effershis services as Teacher of the Pianoforte. His knowledge of the profession, and his moderate terms should guarantee the patronage of the general public He visits the pupils at their homes, or they may receive their lessons at his private residence—£l Is per quarter, one lesson per week—Address Mrs Deanes, Karangahape Road, opposito L. D. Nathan's. By Appoint- <s?wlwßji&®!ps£> Tbfi Marquis of j ALEXANDER, JEWELLER, HAS JUST RECEIVED A NEW CLASS OF JEWELLERY. A NEW STYLE OF JEWELLERY has lately been brought out, which is very lovely and very effective. It is CARVED out of the PINK SHELL rom which PINK CAMEOS, now somewhat out of date, used to be made. Nothing can possibly be imagined more b:autiful than the colouring of this New Jewellery, shading from the most vivid, yet delicate, rose-colour to pureßt white, exquisite in tint as the edges of the petals of a rose, or the ami-flushed snow of an Alpine peak rising against a summer sunset. Pink Coral has a yellowish tinga, but this new material might be composed of Petrified Eose Leaves for purity and delicacy of hue. The Fine Workmanship, and the Beauty of the Material, make this NEW JELLEWERY MORE COSTLY THAN CORAL. WATER - POWER SAW - MILL MACHINERY. For Sale (cheap), the whole of the Machinery as it now stands, of Blake's Sawmill, Waikoukou, consist .ing of Ironwork of Water Wheel, Shafting, Driving Dams, Circular flaws and Bench, Breaking-down Saws and Frame, Hoisting Gear, acd Belting nearly new.—Apply to JOSEPH WILKINS, Post-office, Waikoukou. NEWCASTLE QOAL FOR SALE, EX 'FANNY FOTHERGILL." JUST ARRIVED. STONE, BROS. T^TR SYMONS' ART UNION. Works now on view at Messrs W. Phillipps and Son, Queen-street, from whom Shares may be purchased, or from the undersigned. UPTON & CO. /COLLECTION OF EDUCATION V_/ RATES. Having been Informed that in some districts persons are refusing on various pretexts to pay the Education Rate for 1876, I hereby give notice that the Collectors have been instructed to send in iorth with lists of all persons who refuse or unduly delay to pay these Rates, and that summonses will at once be issued against all such persons. . R. B. LUSK, Receiver of Education Bates. Auckland, lßt September, 1876- T O BAKERS. Wanted, forGiabome, aJGood Hand (allronnd)J; none other need apply. W. PHILLIPS & SON,? <Juaen-»txeet. .



THEATRE ROYAL. Lesse .. .. Martin Simonsen. SIMON SEN'S ~ROYAL ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY. TO-NIGHT! TO-NIGHT! LA FILLE DE MADAME ANGOT! ! TEE GREATEST SUCCESS OF THE AGE. CROWDED HOUSES. CONTINUED APPLAUSE. THE LAST THREE NIGHTS OF THE SEASON!!! Immense Success cf La Fille De Madame Angot ! La Fille De Madame Angot ! La Fille De Madame Angot ! La Fille De Madame Angot ! TO-NIGHT! The Moat Successful Opera Bouft'e ever Performed, La Fille Dk Madame Angot ! Received Last Night with Tumults of Applause! La Fille De Madame Angot ! TO-NIGHT! TO-NIGHT! SATURDAY, Sept. 1, LA FILLE DE MADAME ANGOT (MADAME ANGOT'S DAUGHTER) ! Come Early and Secure Your Seats! Dress Circle Plan at Upton's, Queen-street Business Manager—Mr. W. T. Keith. T> ARL OW' S CIRCUS. NEWMARKET, The Now Marquee will be Brilliantly Lighted, Com fortably Seated, and Erected in BUCK LAND'S PADDOCK, Near the School-house. The above Company, with the Beautiful Fairy Ponies, Highly-trained Horses, Educated Dogs and Monkeys, <sc , Mr VV. Bernard (Clown and Funam bulist), will give Two Grand Performances on TO-NIGHT! TO-NIGHT! Doors open at 7.30; commence at 8. Prices of Admission :— First-class, 2s; Second class, Is; Children, half-price. W. CLARK, Agent. SATURDAY N I GHTS' entertainments. temperance hall, this evening, At 7.30 O'Clock. Programme :—Solos, Glees, etc., etc. Admission—ONJß PJSNJSY. Friends* generosity unrestricted. Lads under 10 will be charged 6d, unless accom panied by Parents or Guardians. CHaRLES B. ANDREW, Hon. Sec. "VTBWMABKiT HALL CONCERT. The (ientlemen who have kindly consented to take part in the above, will Meet for Rehearsal on Monday night, the 4th inst, 7.30 pm, in the Hall. XN RE BUTLER AND McINNES. Tenders are invited for the purchase of the Stock in-Trade belonging to the Estate of Butl«r and Mclnnes, Painters and Paperhangers. Liberal terms will be given. Stock List may be seen on and after Monday, 4tH September, at Mr Baird's office, 29, Insurance Buildings. J. McVEY BAIRD > ,*„„*„„ JAMEi MORTON f lrust;ees- TN RE BUTLER AND McINNES. AH Parties indebted to the above" Estate are re quested to pay forthwith to Mr Baird, 29, Insurance Building. All Accounts unpaid on and after 4th September, will ba placed in Messrs Russ6ll and Devore's hands for recovery without further notice. [J. McVEV BAIRD) „, . a JAMKS MORTON f xru9teeß« MARY AM OLIVER, L NORTH SHORE, DECEASED. All Claims against this Estate will be sent to the undersigned by noon of Wednesday, the 6th inst. OLIVER MAYS, For the Executors. 121 O. C A R R^ H» HOUSE, LAND, AND GENERAL AGENT, RENT AND DEBT COLLECTOR, Dornwjbll's Buildings. two Doors from queen-strket. T> YCROFT'S STEAM-MADE BISCUITS, **~ TRY— BYCROFT'S WATER CRACKERS. BYCROFT'S FANCY MIXED biscuits. BYCROFT'S Dl&E*™. BYCROFT'S PICNICS BYCROFT'S arrowroot. BYCROFT'S BlScmm THE WAIUKUm^^W HOTEL, [INVICTAJ Is now replete with every comfort and convenience for Travellers and Visitors. Paddocks and Stabling. T. S. SEDGWICK, Proprietor. T OVAL ORANGE INSTITUTION. The True Blues of Newmarket, No 19, will hold their Monthly Meeting in the Newmarket Hall, at 7.30 o'clock pm. By order of the W.M. Visiting Brethren are invited to attend. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5. BOOKS, PICTURES, FURNITURE, CROCKERY, PRODUCE, GROCERIES. M. JONES & CO. WILL sell by auction, afc trie Central Sale Rooms, on Tuesday, sth inst., at 11a.m., 200 Volumes of Standard Novels, and other Works, comprising 12 vols Leisure Hour, 6 vols British Colonies, Dickens' Works, Macauley, Halle burton's, Sergt. Margoram's New Zealand War, Mark Twain's, Humbolt's Travels, Ouida, Good Words, Lever, Feilding, &c, &o. Water Color Paintings, Prints, <fee. Furniture, Bedsteads, Mattrasses and Palliases, Toilet Services, Plates, Cups and Saucers, Jugs, &c. Blankets, Clothing, Boots and Shoes Produce, Poultry, &c. Tuesday, September 5. KANGAROO SKINS, CALF SKINS, SOLE LEATHER, Ex Hero. M. JONES AND CO. HAVE received instructions to sell by auction, at the Central Sale Rooms on Tuesday, sth instant, at 11 a.m., 1 case—22 dozen Kangaroo Skins 64 Runners 17 Calf Skins 5 dozen Calf Skins 6 dozen Basils 3 bales Sole Leather Pegs, Toe Plates, Heel Tips, *g., &c, &c., TUESDAY, NOON. CITY HALL. CHAIRS, SETTEES, PROSCENIUM, &c. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION. OKO WOOD CHAIRS, Windso* JmIZJKJ and others 20 Settees Proscenium, tamps, &c. R. ARTHUR Auctioneer.



• TUESDAY, SETEMBER 5- AND TWO FOLLOWING BAYS. TO DRAPERS, COUNTRY BUYERS, AND THE TRADE. IMPORTANT & EXTENSIVE AUCTION SALE ON THE PREMISES OF MR W. WILSON, 204 & 206, QUEEN STREET. THE ENTIRE VALUABLE STOCK OF NEW AND FASHIONABLE DRAPERY, MILLINERY, MERCERY, CLOTHING, &c Foe Unreserved Sale, in Consequence of Mr. Wilson Having Leased the Premises to Messrs A. Linabttry and Co., and Proceeds to England. GRANT & MORTON HAVE received instructions to sell by auction on the above Premises, on Tuesday, 6th Seytembor, and two following days, commencing each day at 11 o'clock prompt, The Whole of the above Valuable JStock. Circulars will be issued to the Trade. Luncheon Provided. Terms : Very Liberal at sale FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER S, TO OLD OR NEW COMERS WANTING A HOME. HPHE subscriber lias received instruc -* tions to sell by public auction, at the Corner Mart, on Friday, September 8, at 11 o'clock, 300 Acres of Land, situated at the mouth of the Orewa River, also frontage to the soa ; about CO acres in grass, capable of running 100 sheep. Dwelling-house, Farming implements, &c. For further particulars apply to the Auctioncr, GEORGE SIBBIN. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6. CONSIGNMENT OF VALUABLE PAINT INGS, OLEOGRAPHS, PHOTOGRAPHS ETC., IN MASSIVE GILT FRAMES. EX CSOW IT THORPE, THE subsribers will sell at tlie mart, Fort-street, on Wednesday next, September 0, at 11 o'clock, No. I—l Painting -Richinoml Park 2—l Oleo. —On ths Rhine 3—l „ —Holy Family 4—l „ —The Orange Seller s—l „ —Hoiy Family 6—l ~ —Monkey's Toilet 7—l „ —Holj Family B—l Painting—Gipsy Girl f 9—l , „ —Piccola \ 10—1 „ -Piccolo 11—1 „ —He Lives by his Wits 12—1 „ —The Young Gamblers 13—1 „ —Travelling1 Mountebank 14—1 „ —Finding the Sea Gull 15—1 „ —Repose Summer Evening 16—1 „ —The Glove Seller 17—1 „ —The Vinegrower's Daughter 18—1 „ —The Brunette 19—1 „ —Cock of the "Walk 20—1 „ —Intermeezio 21—1 „ —By the Lake 22—1 „ — Blush Roses 23—1 „ —Sisterly Service 24—1 „ —Red Rose 25—1 „ —White Rose 26—1 „ —Family Cares 27—1 „ —Endangered Breakfast 28—1 „ —Expectation 29—1 „ —Little Drummer 30—1 „ —Random Shot 31—1 Aqua. —Horse Fair 32—2 Painting—Landscapes in Bavaria (33 —1 Autotye.—Sprinkle far Love 134—1 „ —Twining the Tendrils 35—1 Painting- On the Seine" 36—1 „ —Loch Venecnar 37—1 „ —Coast of Yorkshire 38—1 doz. Photos, Thorwaldson's No. 3 Medallions 39-1 „ „ ~ No. 1 „ An Assortment of Albums 4 doz. Pfcotos, Gilt Frames 1 „ Colored Photos, Oilt Frames 2 „ Photos, Oxford Frames. 1 gross Photos, 6x4 3 gross Photos, cards. SAMtJEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, AT 11 O'CLOCK. AUCTION SALE. GEO. W. BINNEY WILL sell by public auction on ilonday, September 4, at the Corn Exchange, at 11 o'clocK sharp, For Positive and Unreserved Bale : 3 Shares in the Daily Southern Cross Newspape (Limited) 10 ditto ditto ditto. Terms—Cash. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, NOON. HOMESTEAD MEADOWBANK. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION. BY ORDER OF THE MORTGAGEE. R. ARTHUR HAS been favored with, instructions to sell by auction at his Land Sale Roomß, Queen-street, on Monday, September 4, at 12 o'clock, noon, By order of the Mortgagee: A conveniently situated property at Mendowbank, opposite Pah Estate, adjoining Capt. Symonds, Onehunga, consisting of 9 acres of volcanic soil in good grass and well fenced, in three paddocks. There is also a laige garden well planted with fruit trees. The buildings consist of a house of seven rooms, large dairy, and washliouse with copper fixed, coach-house, stable, cowshed, fowl-house, large barn, etc, all in good repair. A plentiful supply of water is obtained from a good well and tanks. Terms, easy. For further particulars apply at the office of the auctioneer, Arthur's Mart. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, NOOW. BY ORDER OF THE MORTGAGEE. VALUABLE PROPERTIES NEAR OTAHUHU. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION THE Subscriber has received instruc tions to sell by auction at his Land Sale Rooms, Queen-street, on Monday next, September 4 at 12 o'clock, noon, t A\\ S 1*^^ and Interest of James Folev in and to all that Parcel ot Land in the Paiish of Manurewa containing forty-two acres and one rood, more or less, and being a portion of the oilßinal grant to W T Fairburn. This property is known as "The Triangle," and is now leased to Mr Alfred Buckland for a term of years at a rental of £150 per annum. Also, all the Estate and Interest of the said Joseph Feley in and to aU that Parcel of Land, containing seven acres and twenty perches, more or less, situate near Oiahuhu, and being part of Claim No 262a. of W. T. Fairburn. On this lot is a our-roomed Dwelling, let for a fair rental. Mr James Foley has an undivided half in the whole pro perty, which produces, after payment of all charges, a clear rental of £70 par annum. This property will be sold, subject to a mortgage of £,1200, at 9 per oent. R. ARTHUR, Auctioneer, Arthur's Mart. MONDAY NOON. NEWCASTLE, WAIKATO. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION. A GOOD ALLOTMENT in the above Township, being allotment No 853. R. A T H XJ R AuctUmeer,