TEMPERANCE HALL SATURDAY NIGHT.

The number of the audience at .tbte entertain ment is nightly increasing, and the character of the songs and the rendering of them as marked!" improved. Mr Homer occupied the chair,lum said in consequence of the ength of the programme, he would simply introduce Mr AlcCanmn who sang in fine mellow roice The Heart Bowed Down/ Miss M. Froude gave a tcllin- recitation on the effects of intemperance in her usual clear and winning manner Mr l/S^^on g V^SLLd^Nigh|" va much appreciated, knd is truly a pretty, song Mr Marter sang " Susan s Sunday Out f Mr Winchcombe " The Costermonger, Lad pneore "I am the Belle of the Ball, amid boumiets of flowers. Mrs Homer's render ouquetsmgno gh the encore "The Skipper and his Boy ' was the theme of general admiration. Mr C-frter and Miss Peace's duet in Scotch national riiiptt* would take well, as also tnoa ana cot age by the sea." Mr McKinnons two per-

INQUEST.

The inquest on the body of John Home iured 75, who was found hanging to a trej in the Domain, was held on Saturday, before Dr Philson. Coroner, in the reading-room of the Old Men's Refuge. The .evidence or Ernest Christian Beale. son of Mr Beale, professor of muswywho discovered the body , of Constable Jackson; Augustiua Decry painter; and Mrs Harriet Home, who had been married to deceased for halt a century ; were taken. The widow's testimony was very affecting. She said he hardly ate any food for a week previous to the rasa act. He was generally of sound mind, was a good husband, and had not been in the habit of drinking for some time. He had said there was no use for him in the world, and com plained that people scoffed at old men. The jury returned a verdict:— ihat the body of deceased was found hanging in the Domain, but how it came there and was so hung, there was no evidence before them to determine."

We have received the programme of the Limited Fire Brigade's demonstration to be held at Dunedin on the 26th ins*. The first event is hole practice, open to all Fire> Brigades,, pme >, a cub or piece of place, presented by the L nited Eches. "For the Engine Practice, the first Erire is valued at £30, and the second, o guineas. Ladder and Hose practice : first prize, £30. silver mediltobranchman of winning team; second nrize a trophy, value 5 guineas. Besides these have held regular practices at early morn, and havl attained considerable speed and genera efficiency by the training. Y\ c understand that Mr Hughes has succeeded in collecting sub scriptions to the amount of £65 towards the expenses of the the team going to compete at Dunedin. This sum is quite, inadequate and we trust therefore, that the citizens will liberall j Support Mr. Hughes' efforts to uphold the credit of Auckland at the approaching demonstration. The men will be away a fortnight, and it is pro posed to pay them only £5 over and above their nassa<4 money, which is a very reasonable Kuftindeedr' It is to be hoped that the success of the Auckland team will not be limited by any lack of funds. The competition at Dunedin is likely to increase the future emciency ot the Brigade? and to provide additional security against the spread of fire in the city.

Printed and published by theProprietor.HENßY Brett, of Parnell, at his General Steam Print ing Office, Wyndhani-street, in the City 0* Auckland1, New Zealand :— Monday, Begember i, 187S

THE EVENING STAR; MONDAY, PEgiEMBEB 4, 187 G.



FRENCH & C 0., Wholesale and Retail FAMILY GROCERS, "PEOPLE'S TEA WAREHOUSE," 252, QUEEN-STREET, Auckland, Opposite the Market. [Established 1560.1 XW ALL WHO WISH REAL VALUE FOR MONEY are respectfully invited to Isote the Prick Ivd Quality of our PURE TEAS and GENERAL GROCERIES, selected with care and bought in the Lowest Market, Sold at Prices that will give the greatest satisfaction to every Purchaser. Superior Refined Sugars from V?d. lb. English Marmalade, 9d. per tin. Jams, from 7d. per tin ; Rice, 2id, lb. FOR THE MILLION! For many rears it has been acknowledged by hundreds "of competent Connoisseurs that our CELEBRATED TEAS, being a rich combination of many Rare Black Teas, possess qualities of the highest order. Sold in chests, half-chests, boxes, or by the lb. .No. I—Good Strong Tea, 2s. per lb. 2—Pekoe Flavoured, 2s. Gd. lb. 3—Rich Combination of rare Black Teas, 3s. lt>. I— Finest selected, 3s. 6d lb. ' A Reduction of 3d. per lb. on 61b. parcels of No. 3 and 4 Teas. New Fruits and Spicks. FLOUR, MAIZE, BRAN, BACON, HAMS, CHEESE, &c, &c, &C. CHOICE FRESH BUTTER from the Best Dairies in the Province. U3L Notk —Goods packed securely, delivered to Vessel or Railway Station free of charge. r- Every Customer will receive ample value. Trial Orders dispatched forthwith. Please Note our Address. LONDON AND PARIS PATTERN DEPOT, Queen-street. MRS. BUTTERWORTH Invites the o agenUo|^ fN frieuds p to NEW LONDON and PARIS MILLINERY AND COSTUMES. ECRU-FISCHEURS and MANTELETS In til a New Colours. SLEEVELESS JACKETS and APRONS in Lace and other Material, from 3s lid. each. A CHOICE STOCK OF LADIES' UNDER CLOTHING always on hand. CJHLUrtKN'S COSTUMES IN GKEAT VARIETY. TRIMMED HATS Prom 1/11. Mrß UU'ITF-KWOKTH having secured First ctaSi il'uVrtV botli in the M«»nery ftnd Drew nmaettmnte, in now prepared to complete oraftrs&i- fho Bhortes* notice. inPlf 0~ K~" G~E AXE RS, XJfT Fiuckman's Bay 80Ai' AND CANDLE WORKS. Oflwh Huvni'H of Tallow. mo~ miPvmK contractors, J. AND BUILDERS. (fACBI TIMBER. "",.■. ntt/ier^igni'A in hcllliik at m WUtATLY BBDUCED J'RICES. Q, A* HABBIS. *** %. 1 ft^J*,?*. .»0 AD, Am **. Urn m% Napier.



EDWARD BARTLE V,. BUILDER AND CONTRACTOR. Established 1865.] ! All kinds of House and Ship. Joinery, Shop j : Fronts, Shop and Office Fittings, &c, &c, prepared at the shortest notice, with thoroughly Seasoned Timber. Designs and Estimates Furnished in every Branch. EDWARD BARTLEY, ALBERT-STREET, Near Market. I " TO" IN X S AND JJ AL L, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL CABINETMAKERS, UPHOLSTERERS, AND CARPET WAREHOUSEMEN, I SHORTLAND-STREET, AUCKLAND. IMPORTERS OF ENGLISH AND AMERI CAN FURNITURE, BRASS AND IRON BEDSTEADS AND COTS, BRUSSELS TAPESTRY AND KIDDER MINSTER CARPETS AND HEARTH I RUGS, DOOR MATS AND MATTINGS. VENETIAN BLINDS AND BLIND HOL LANDS, BRASS AND WOOD CORNICES & POLES, FLOOR CLOTHS, LINOLEUM, THE NEW CORK CARPET, DAMASKS AND TABLE CLOTHS, SPRING, HAIR, FLOCK, AND FLAX MATTRASSES, FEATHER BEDS, &C, &c. Agents for the "GEOVERAND BAKER" SEW IN G M A CH I N E S. GREAT REDUCTION IK PRICES : THE £9 MACHINE REDUCED TO £7 15s. ALL MACHINES GUARANTEED. WINKS & HALL, SHORTLAND - STREET, THE LARGEST AND CHEAPEST ESTAB LISHMENT IN AUCKLAND FOR FURNITURE, CARPETS, FLOOR-CLOTHS, &c. m H E X ATE J1 I RE AT CHEAPSIDE HOUSE. 0 U R G R E A T SALE OF S3" SALVAGE -y» Drapery and J^illinery will continue until it is all cleared out! SWEEPING REDUCTIONS HAVE BEEN MADE IN OUR GENERAL STOCK, INCLUDING ALL [THE NEW SEASON'S GOODS ALL WINTER GOODS, INCLUDING BJL ANKETS AND QUILT S, Are being SOLD considerably UNDER COST. The PUBLIC are requested to take advantage of this REALLY BONA FIDE CHEAP SALE whilst there is still time. I OUR NEW PARIS MILLINERY IS JUST TO HAND, AND NOW ON VIEW. We have Engaged the Services of a FIRST CLASS MELBOURNE DRESS AND MANTLE-MAKER. MILNE & C H 0 V C E, CHEAPSIDE HOUSE, QUEEN AND WELLESLEY-STREETS AUCKLAND, '



ghollah's Gteeat Indian Cures. S3" (,Tiger Brand). 1E& THE MOSTJOPULAR e MEDICINESEYER ZEALAND, In consequence of their proving to bo what is stated of them, and all fulsome puihmg or ex travagant exaggerations about them being caro fullv avoided. . , Their worth and merit have secured for them in every part of New Zealand the confidence of the public. They have cured long-standing cases of sickness, and TESTIMONIALS similar to those given below are being received from all parts of the Colony by the Proprietor :— "Kensington, Dunedin, Ist March, 1876.—Sir, Having occasion to use your Aperient Mixture, and having derived much benefit therefrom, 1 have much pleasure in testifying to its merits, and in recommending it to others.—(feigned), '"Pier Hotel, Dunedin, 26th May, 1876.—Sir,— Having been much benefltted by the use of your Indian Medicine, I have great pleasure in adding my testimony as to its cllicacy, and can recom mend others to try it. Some of my friends, who have also been using these medicines, speak very favourably of them, and have received much benefit from their use.—(Signed), OPHELIA "*Port Chalmers. New Zealand, 3rd July, 1576. Sir —I think it my duty to state that your Ghol lah's Kheumutisin Mixture has proved in my ease to be all that you have represented it to be; and for the .sake of those who may be suffering the misery and torture of severe Rheumatism, sui-h as f endured previous to taking your in valuable medicine 1 beg to state that 1 had been suffering the most excruciating agony from severe Rheumatism for over two years. I could i not rest at night. My appetite was gone, ray | general health shattered, and the pains through i but my limbs and loins were constant and almost i insupportable. I was induced to try your Rheu i raatisra Mixture, and found myself getting better i after taking three bottles of it. I continued i taking the medicine for about six weeks, and 1 became perfectly restored to health, being per ! fectlv cured of all pain or symptoms of Kheuma ! tism. My appetite is excellent, and I sleep well ! at night.—Signed), Fkkd. Williams.' •• Dunedin, Huh July, IS7U.- Sir.—l have plea- I sure in stating, for the benefit of others, that I ! have derived the most unexpected good results i from the use of Ghollah's Rluuumatism Mixture. ! I had been suffering from very severe rheumatic | attacks for about 15 years, accompanied by most agonising pains in my limbs and loins, through wliich my rest was much disturbed at night, my appetite very imperfect, and my general health altogether impaired. I am happy to state that I am now free from the pains 1 had experienced for so many years. I can sleep well at night, my appetite and general health are much improved, and I can attend to my business and house dutie3. This happy change lias been brought about by the use of your Rheumatism Mixture for about two months.—l am, «r, yours gratefully.— (Signed), S. Pickett." '•Dunedin, 31st August, 1876.—Sir,— Having taken your Ghollah's Rheumatic Mixture tor some considerable time, and having been com pletely cured by its use, of the very severe rheu matic" gout from which 1 had suifered most severely for tlie last ten years, I can bear testi mony to its most, extraordinary curatic powers. I am now free from all pain, and well in my health, and have the free use of my hands and feet, which I had not previous to taking your medicine. I think it right to slate, for the bene fit of others suffering the tortures that I endured for the period above stated, that 1 attribute my restoration to health and freedom from pain entirely to the use of your invaluable medicine. I can strongly recommend it those suffering from rheumatism or gout.—(Signed), John Gkiffex, J.P." These invaluable Medicines are to be had throughout New Zealand, and in Auckland of all Chemists and respectable Medicine Vendors. BROWN, BARRETT & CO., Wholesale Agents kok Auckland Province:. pTI VANI ZE D I RON' WORKS. H. PARKER, MANUFACTURER OF GALVANIZED IRON, RIDGING, SPOTTING, PIPING, And all kinds of Sheet Iron and Zinc Work. CORRUGATED IKON TANKS on Hand, or Made to Order, at the Works, AVellesley-street. Plumbing "Work in every Branch of the Trade. Gaslittingof every style done at shortest notice. Experienced Workmen sent to any part of the Country. S. PARKER h is erected first-class machinery, and having completed, all his arrangements for manufacturing, "is in a position promptly to execute all orders. List of Prices forwarded upon application. Orders per coach, train, carrier, or coasting vessel, receive immediate attention. 8. PARKER, Licensed Plumber for Auckland Waterworks, ■ wellesley- street, Auckland. t)OY A L rr\ E A I\/T AR T. Blto W N AN D PAT EN, FAMILY GROCERS, Beg to thank their Customers, and the Public generally, for the liberal patronage accorded them since commencing business, and to inform them that they have DISPOSED of their RETAIL and FAMILY GROCERY, and PRO VISION TRADE, to Ml!. ROBT. FRENCH, by whom, on and after TUESDAY, December 5,187(3, it will be conducted, ami to whom we have much pleasure in introducing our Cus tomer.-. We have also to add that we shall carry on Business as WHOLESALE PROVISION DEALERS. CHEESE and BUTTER FACTORS, and TOBACCONISTS, in Premises to be shortly advertised, R. FRENCH Respectfully informs Messrs. Brown and Paten's customers, and the public generally, that his aim will be, by keeping articles of the best quality, selling at satisfactory prices, by prompt attention to orders, careful packing of country orders, and unremitting attention to the wants of customers, to retain their confidence, and merit increased support. In short, his ambition will be to make the Jlvoyal JLea JMart a Household Word, not only by reason of the CHOICE TEAS, wliich will be of Extra Value, but of the general .satisfactory manner his business will be conducted. A Triat, Soi-icited. FAMILIES WAITED ON FOR ORDERS. Goods Delivered free of charge throughout the City and Suburbs, and a reasonable distance in the country. TEL Please be particular with the address :— E. FRENCH, FAMILY GROCER, THE ROYAL TEA MART, tiiea t re royal buildings, Victoria-street, two doors from queen-street, Auckland. UTRAWBE It E I E S! STRAAVBERRIES AND CREAM ! SWINGS AND CROQUET FOR TILE USE OF VISITORS AT ILLOW nROVE, DEVON PORT, North Shore. R. ALISON, Proprietor IN the language of Dr. Watts, slightly altered— When I take my walks abroad, How many men I see, The best dressed have been supplied - From the City Clothing Mart. -SAMUEL, COOMBES, 92, Queen-street,



{COMMON SENSE AND COMFORT. Gtas Stoves. COOKING by GAS is Easier, Cheaper, and far more Economical than by Wood or Coal, and suitable for the Cottage, Mansion, or Hotel. The superior flavour, the retention of the animal juices in the Meat, and the prevention of waste, are plainly shown on the first trial. The loss of weight by GAS COOKING is reduced to about one-fourth of that of tho com mon modes of Roasting or Baking, for whereas a Joint of Meat of eleven pounds loses never less than three pounds at an Open Fire, or four pounds in an Oven, the loss by the Gas Roaster is only one pound. If you have common sense, buy one. If you want comfort, buy one. GAS STOVES, for Boiling, Steaming, Broil ing, Stewing, or Frying, from 3a. GAS STOVES, for Roasting, Boiling, Stew ing, Broiling, Frying, Grilling, Toasting Bread, &c, &c. E. PORTER & CO., ironmongers and iron merchants, Queen and High-stkeets, Auckland. 17EROSENE D TOY ES. REPPENGILLE'S PATENT KEROSENE STOVES, For Boiling, Roasting, Baking, Stewing, Frying, and Heating Irons, Without Smoke or Smell, are unsurpassed by any similar apparatus, and will do all the HOUSEHOLD COOKING for the small sum of Fourpcnce per Day. Will boil a quart of water in ten minutes, and are always ready for use. Purchasers can see the Stove in operation at our warehouse. No. I.—Patent Cooking Stove, with Kettle, Pan and Cover, 17s. Gd. No. 2.—Patent Cooking Stove, with Kettle, Frying Pan and Cover, Stcwpan and Steamer, 355. No. 3.—Patent Cooking Stove, with Kettle, Frying Pan and Cover, Stewpan and and Steamer, Dripping Pan and Wire Stand, Oven for Roasting, 15s. No. 10.—Ditto, 60s. E. PORTER & CO., ironmongers and iron merchants, (.^ueen and High-streets, Auckland. ■ ri II 111 STM AS -p It ESEN TS. SUMMERSCALE'S NEW PATENT WASH ING, WRINGING, AND MANGLING r MACHINES, the simplest, cheapest, and } most effectual yet invented. SUMMERSCALE'S MANGLES & WRINGERS PICKSLEY SIMS' MANGLES & WRINGERS AMERICAN EUREKA WRINGERS IMPROVED UNIVERSAL DO. NOVELTY DO. No home should be without a Wringing Machine, It saves time, muscle, and temper, and saves in the wear of garments alone the cost in a few times use. NYES & TOPHAM'S, IMPROVED SAUSAGE and GENERAL MINCING MACHINES KEROSENE LAMPS, new designs, with Opal : Shades RAPID WATER FILTERS (Cheavin's). Every house should have one PORTABLE COPPER WASHING BOILERS, j ready for use anywhere j SPONGE, SHOWER, SITZ and PLUNGE ■ BATHS 1 KNIFE CLEANER, each 3, 4, 5, 6, Knives and Carver CROQUET, 36 sets new shapes to arrive. E. PORTER & CO., IRONMONGERS AND IRON MERCHANTS ' Queen anp Hkih.st«eets, Auckland,



ON SALE AT SERJEANT'S EXCELSIOR STORE, Newton : .. : , 2 tons of the best Bacon and Hams in Auck land at 9d. and lOd. ft..; less by the cwt., guaranteed. • „ , _, ' Go«d Old Canterbury Cheese, 6d. and Ba. Ib. Good Family Tea, 2s. Ib. Very Superior Tea, 2s. 6d, Ib. The Best in Auckland, 3s. Ib. No. 1 Sugar, sd. Ib. No. 2, ±id. Ib. Pearl Barley, 3Jd. Ib. • „__«„ Salmon and Lobster, best brands, lOd. per tin Sardines, best brands, lOd. and 6d. per tin Keiller's Marmalade, lOd. per tin P&Tlimgufc'e^yper bottle; 2s. 4d. gallon. I N.B.—All articles guaranteed. No damaged goods kept on the premises. ~.,«, m n aa Goods delivered within a circuit of five miles fre« of fiharerw. - rinHE~AMERICAN PHOTOGRAPHIC 1 COMPANY, 222, Queen-street, AUCKLAND. RE-OPENING !! ! RE-OPENING !! I TO THE TRADE. We have to notify that we have arranged for a regular supply of the Most Improved Modern Apparatus, the Purest Chemicals, Albuniemzed Paper, Card Mounts, &c, &c. JOHN McGARRIGLE, MANAGER. N.B.—Views of Auckland in great variety. Card Pictures of Maoris, as usual, 9s. per dozen, or £30 D«r thousand. Terms cash. TAYLOR'S PATENT SEWING MACHINES. n TAYLOR'S Patent Sewing J«g___i__3^- Recommended by all who *«?&&§£§s&£-?*,. have them (now number aiit ing some hundreds) as the 6^iww»«ii-» Best Machine to be had. The undersigned from practical acquaintance With Sewing Mechanism can thoroughly guaran tee them for efficiency, constancy, and simplicity as unequalled. T. PEACOCK, OPTICIAN, AGENT, Shortland-streot, Opposite tho Post-office. Auckland. O T I_ C E. C. T. HARDING . Having Purchased the Joint Business or MKSSRS. F. Archard & J. BROW.Coaland Firewood Merchants, of Mechanics Bay, begs to intimate that he is prepared to execute all orders for COAL, FIREWOOD, &c, on the most liberal terms, and hopes by strict attention to business to receive a share of the patronage so liberally accorded to his predecessors. /•>•**■— Posts, Rails, and Palings, always on hand. FENCING OF ALL DESCRIPTION. Carting done with despatch. 11 orders left at Mr. 11. Brewin's Auckland A Seed Depot will receive prompt attention. RETURNING TO ENGLAND H. FENDELOW WILL. DISPOSE OF HIS LARGE STOCK OF _ar IRONMONGERY -£» AT riOST TDRICE, TO EFFECT A SPEEDY CLEARANCE. CRICKET! CROQUET! QUOITS! Cane Handle Bats, Us Sets Stumps, 7s Od Batting Gloves, 7s fid per pair Wicket Keeping Gloves, 10s per pair Leg Guards, !)s 6d per pair Treble Scam Match Balls, 7s Gd Patent Compo Match Balls, 5s PATENT CHEESE PRESSES, 80/ each AMERICAN STOVES—" Empress," No. 6, £G 5/; No. 7, £7 10/ Ditto, "Enchantress," No. 7, £5 15/; No. 8, £0 10/ Ditto. " Uncle Sam," No. 7, £6; No. 8, £7 .SHAM REGISTERS, ,'6 per inch BASKET GRATES, 15/ each FIRE-PROOF SAFES, £D BRONZED FENDERS, II each SETS FIRE IRONS, ft per set KEROSENE CHANDELIERS, 30/ each PATENT KNIFE CLEANERS, 35/ each Washing, Wringing, and Mangleing Machi nes, £7. Patent Dover Egg Beaters, 2s each Sausage Machines, lGs each STEAM IRONS, 3s 6d each Children's Cots, 25d each Cocoa Door Mats, 3s each WEIGHING MACHINES, 7, 7s; 14, 93: 28, 12s ; 5(3, His Iron Weights, 28, 3s Gd ; 56, 6s 6d Sets Bell Weigets, &c, 14s CJUNTBIt SCALES, 6s each COPPER FUI!NACE PANS, Is lOd Enamolled dtrto, 10 gal., 20s ; 12 gal., 245; 11 gal.. 25s ; 10 gal., 30s ; 10 gal., 33t Galvanised Iron ditto, 10 gal., 13s 6d: 12 gal. 15s; 14 gal., 18s 6d; 10 gal., 21s 6d; 18 gal., 235: 20 gals.. 25s ROUND GALVANIZED IRON WASH ING TUBS, Is 6d, 5s 6d, 6s 6d, 7s 6. 8s 6d WHEAT MILLS, 50/ each Cinder Riddles, 3/ Block Tin Soup Tureens, 5/6 Fish Kettles, 8 6 SHEEP SHEARS, 3,6 Watering Cans, G gal., 5/; 8 gal., 5/6; 10 gal., 6 6; 12 gal., 7/6 Brass Stair Rods, 25in., 36 per dozen Gart'.ch Engines, 30 each KITCHEN FENDERS, 5/ each Tin Bottling Wire, ,8 per Ib. Galvanised Iron Wire Netting, /9 per yard GARDEN ROLLERS, 75/ each Garden Chairs, 35/ each CANARY CAGES, 5/6 Parrot Cages, 10/ Hip Baths, 20/ PEWTER ALE MEASURES, i-pint, 18/ 1-pint, 27/ per dozen Iron Spittoons, 7/ per dozen Earthenware Toilet Sets, 14/(3 TO MERCHANTS ANI) COUNTRY STOREKEEPERS. D. HAMILTON, MANUFACTURING CONFECTIONER, QUEEN-STREET, Auckland, D.H. begs to inform Merchants and Country Storekeepers that they can obtain from his New Establishment the BEST GOODS IN THE TRADE, at the lowest possible prices. D. HAMILTON, WHOLESALE CONFECTIONER, Opposite the Market. UCKLAN,D~!> I ERMA~NENT CO OPERATIVE BUILDING AND INVESTMENT SOCIETY. Office—93, Queen-street. LOANS granted upon approved securities of Freehold or Leasehold Properties in sums of £20 to £6,000, principal and interest being repayable in instalments, at the following rates for every £100 borrowed :— Repayments extend- «„_ w oo^ Total amount ing over er weeK- Repayable. s. d. & s. d. i years 12 6 130 0 0 6 years 9 2 113 9 2 8 years 7 6 156 7 6 10 years 6 3 162 16 3 DEPOSITS received at the following rates=- -12 months or longer .. 6 per cent, per annum fc7 days' notice f* ■• ~ JOHN BATGffiR. ticcreta y /"IOALS! |^IOALS! riOALS WANGA R E I. The undersigned is prepared to supply this Superior Coal at 16s. per ton, at the Yard, I Breakwater Road. WALTER SLOANE, 1 Agent, * 23rd November, 1876,



qUBBEY HILLS DAIRY FARM. SPECIAL COWS COWS oax be SEEN KEPT FOR JMXLjJvJIiU Infants & Invalids. Night and Morning. Contracts Made to Supply Milk at a Fixed Rate for the Year. JAME3 WALMSLEY, PONSONBY ROAD, NEWTOK. -O I A N O S! PIANOS 1 g^j^fc. PIANOS! BY BORcRfffBY BORD, OF PARIS, °* l 5> > HANDSOME WALNUT CASES, FROM £33 EACH' AT HOFFMAN & SONS, Shortland-street. 7^ II I A V I N ' S WATER FILTEI.. S3- GREAT REDUCTION IN PRICES. -E& The undersigned begs to inform the Public that he has made a Very Great Reduction m the Price of the above, so as to command a rcad> sale, his premises being too smaJl to allow him to kf>cT> them long. They ~v>ul punry jni, most offensive wate? with astonishing rapidity and are the only ones capable of Removing Animalciilue and Sewage, being so constnwtecL as to prevent the passage of the most minute bodies. They also MATERIALLY REDUCE HARDNESS, AND ARE The Only Filters which do not Render the Water Flat and Insipid, as instead of withdrawing carbonic acid from the water they impart it. There is no water which they do not render sparkling, wholesome . and agreeable. Their principle advantage o% er all ottTer Filters are their simplicity of construc tion rapidity and regularity with which they perform their work, and the facility with which they can be thoroughly cleaned by anyone in a few minutes. g& SOLE AGENT FOR AUCKLAND— W. S. J O N ES, Wholesale Saddler and Importer, Queen-street. KG. SCIIWA RT Z E • begs to announce to his friends and the public that he has REMOVED to his Old Business Position in Queen-street, Adjoining the Albert Hotel, and assures his customers that all orders with which he may be kindly favoured will receive his immediate and careful attention. The Repairing Department is replete with all necessary tools and facilities for carrying put work in every branch of the trade, and of the finest and most complicated description. Musical Boxes, &c, manipulated and repaired. All orders executed promptly, and at moderate charges. Watches.—The Stock of Watches is of Choi cest Selection, being of the best English, Ameri can, Geneva, and other leading makers. Clocks of French, German, and English Manufacture. Gold and Silver Alberts, and other variety of Watch Guards. Jewellery.—A Choice Stock of English.Con tinental, and Colonial manufacture. N.B.—All Goods Warranted. m II E HOLY LAND. TO CLOSE CONSIGNMENTS. EDWARD WAYTE Is offering Good's beautiful Photographs of THE HOLY LAND MILES' STUDIES OF HEADS, &c, AT GREATLY REDUCED PRICES !!! E.W. invites inspection of his Large Stock of Books in every department of Literature. Office and Fancy Stationery, &c. New Books, Magazines, and Newspapers by every Mail. EDWARD WAYTE, AUCKLAND LIBRARY, 100. QIJEEX-STREET. "XTOTICE 1 NOTICE ! NOTICE ! IX J. WILLIAMS Has received a FEW CASES OF ASSORTED GOODS by the ship Sam Mendel, from London, which he intends to SELL CHEAP, comprising Boys' and Men's Elastic Braces, 6d per pair; Superior ditto, 9d ; Ladies' and Girls'\\ bite Cot ton Stockings, 6d pair; Ladies' Elastic Garters, 6d pair; Girls' ditto, 4d pair; Stay Busks, 2id pair; Boot Laces, 5 for Id; Hair Brushes, Is each ; Menu' and Boys' Brown Cotton Socks, 6d pair, best value in Auckland; Handkerchiefs, large size, 4d; China Egg Cups, white and gold, 3 for 6d; Pepper Boxes, Nutmeg Graters, Fun nels, and Slices, 3d each; large assortment of Id Toys; Men's and Boys' Summer Hats, Is each.— Note the address, Williams' Cheap Toy Shop, Auckland Market. Queen-street entrance. "DLANTS ! PLANTS !! PLANTS !! ! FLOWERING PLANTS for Bedding Out (also in Pots for planting out now), TOMATO, MELON (ROCK AND WATER), CUCUMBER, VEGETABLE MARROW, and PUMPKIN. Also, CABBAGE. CAULIFLOWER, BROCOLI, CELERY, LETTUCE, HERBS, &C, &C. R. B A I RD, VICTORIA SEED STORES, Victoria-street. Victoria Nursery: Mechanics' Bay. "V\^ AI U X U HOTEL. ARCHIBALD CAMPBELL begs to intimate to old friends and visitors that he has Removed to his own Hotel on the hill (ten minutes walk from the landing place), where lie continues to provide the necessary accommodation for travellers and horses, and paddocks for cattle. To those who wish to pass a few quiet days in a healthy locality, the Waiuku Hotel is just the place. Steam from Onehunga three times a week. WELL SINKERS ~AND~~FENCERS". We, undersigned, are prepared to sink Wells and erect Fencing at the lowest possible rates.—Apply at the Britomart Hotel, Custom house-street; and at Mr. G. Fowler's, Black smith, next to the Windsor Castle Parnell.— ALDERTON & KITCHEN, 100,000 BOLLS O* PAPERHANGINGS. W. PHILLIPPS & SON, 95 & 97, Queen-street, HAVE JUST OPENED, Ex Late Arrivals, EIGHTY PACKAGES NEW PATTERNS OF PAPERHANGINGS, And to make room for Shipments to arrive per Carnatic and Glenlora, offer special inducement to purchasers. Cheap Hessian and Scrim Gilt Mouldings, a large assortment, and new designs Artists' colours in oil and water ; Canvas Paper Mounts, and Sundries Engravings, Oleographs, Photographs, and Sorax Balance of stock of Chromo Lithographs below Publisher's price ' Silvered Plate Glass, from 136 x 72 Polished and Rough Plate, Sheet, Ornaments and Photographic Glass GLASS SHADES, Paints, Oils, Colours, Varnish Brushes, Patent Silicate, Oxide of Iron Anticorrosive and Nelson Hematite Paint, and all kinds of Painters' and Decorators' Sundries Portland Cement. *3T Wholesale and Retail. PHILLIPPS & SON, 95. and 97. Queen-street. BAY OF ISLANDS COAL COMPANY (LIMITED). TO CONSUMERS OF BAY COAL. Notice is hereby given, that in consequence of the Contractor changing the Guage on the Kawakawa Railway, no Coal will be delivered from the Mines from SATURDAY, December 2nd, to MONDAY, December 11th, both days inclusive. By Order, HENRY GILFILLAN, Jun., „- T , Aoting-Secretary. 10, Insurance Buildings, I Aucldajid, Nov. 25,1876,



YTENETIAN X> LIN DS. WIRE GAUZE BLINDS, AND PERFORATED ZINC BLINDS, MAY BE. HAD AT THE AUCKLAND VENETIAN BLIND MANUFACTORY, CORNER OF COOK AND GREY-STREETS, Of any dimensions, in any number from One to a Hundred, -within a given time, of the best quality, and reasonable prices, and sent to all parts of New Zea land. Terms cash. Estimates returned by Post. M. H. BUSBY, Local Manufacturer and Im porter of the Material, Practical Blind Maker and Wire Worker (many years established at City Road, London), Manufacturer of every description of Window Blinds, Plain and Orna mental Wire Work. Old Blinds cleaned, altered, repaired, and painted.-VENETIAN HOUSE, corner of Cook and Grey-streets, Auckland. piORNS, BUNIONS, AND WARTSi Mr. B ASSTIAN begs to inform the inhabitants of Auckland that he may be consulted at his rooms, Wyndham-street, opposite Catholic Chapel. , . £gp Ladies attended at their own residence. ""VTOTICE to the Ladies of Auckland and J3! surrounding districts.—Mrs, J. Williams has opened the Shop adjoining the Albert Hotel, Queen-street, with a nice assortment of Goods comprising Ladies' and Children's Undercloth ing, Ladies' Costumes, Children's Frock 3 and Pinafores; a choice assortment of Prims and Embroidery, Ladies' Gloves, Ladies' Garters Lace Frilling, Ribbons of all descriptions. A nice assortment of Earrings, Brooches, Gold plated Lockets, and Fancy Goods of every description. Mrs. Williams's business i s entirely in the Ladies' and Children's line of Goods. THE j^i EEYHOUXD TZTOTEL, VJT J--S ---CORNER OF QUEEN AND VICTORIA-STREETS. JOHN DAKBY (•LATE OF THE COMMERCIAL HOTEL, SHORTLAND-STREET, AND THE PACIFIC HOTEL, QUEEN-STREET), In returning thanks to his numerous friends and customers for past patronage, beg 3to state that he has lately purchased from MR. MICHAEL CORCORAN the Lease, Goodwill of the above old-established Hotel, and trusts that by strict attention to business, combined with moderate charges, to merit for the future that liberal share of public patronage hitherto bestowed upon him. The GREYHOUND has lately v dergone considerable improvement, and is now replete with every convenience for TRAVELLERS and FAMILIES. BEDROOMS. Additions have been made to the number o Bedrooms, and all have been furnished in a superb manner, everything being new and got up in the best style. BATHS. Hot and Cold Baths are always available, and every convenience will be found in them forjthe comfort of travellers. COMMERCIAL ROOM. A commodious room has been opened as & Commercial Room, having its entrance from Victoria-street, for the comfort of those who do not care to use the Bar or Beer-room, and this, has been fitted up in a style that can scarcely be surpassed in this city. BILLIARD ROOM." The Billiard-room js the best in the province, and is fitted with one of the best Billiard Tables ever imported into Aiickland. 1%/T I C HA E L CORCORAN, in relinquishing the Hotel Business, begs to tender his heartfelt thanks to his numerous friends and customers for the liberal support he: received whilst Proprietor of the Greyhound, and respectfully wishes the same patronage of be bestowed upon his successor, MR. JOHN DARBY. "\T EW CASTLE COAL -131 AT ONEHUNGA. The Cargo of Newcastle Coal, ex Syren, FOB SALE, in lots to suit purchasers. P. CLARK, Wharf, Onchunga. FU NER AL S CONDUCTED respectably, at moderate charges, by N. McCULSKY, West End Funeral Estab lishment, top of Hobson-street. The charges includes all Cemetery and Minister's Fees, so that customers have no further trouble be.vond giving the order. Coffins always on hand. Graves fenced, and Tombstones supplied. Designs, by J. Brown, may be seen, and prices obtained. on application to N. McCulsky. WR. HAY WARD, • MATTRESSMAKER, CABINETMAKER & FUNERAL UNDERTAKER, Wyndham- STREEI. Residence: Eureka Store, behind Catholic Cemetery. cttST N.B.—Grave Fences Made. ~O|A|S S/S C E|L E BJR A^Tli; D "BULLDOG" ilpli PALE A L E. [sfiftTbm| RtcIETEBEO TXAOS MARK. Sole Agents : L. D. NATHAN & CO