dependency of position by economy and thrift. The programme which followed was executed with considerable talont and success. Tho songs wore " Castles in tho air," by Mr. Jamieson ; Papa," Mr W. Doran, "Sing me an I Miss Ash; ''Sweot Camellia," HI \ and Morris ; " Chapter of con -aints," by tho now comic; "Bountiful days of tho Past," Miss .Te-ssio \Vou«is; "Tho Flower Girl," Mr. Robb; ''Happy a3 a King," Mr Sccats; "Petor Grey," 'Mr. Mr J. ICclsall; a "Stump Spoech" 'by Mr Morriman, who lightly touched on local matters without treading too heavily on the corny of two local onicials, and irritating tho gouty log of Sir Julius Vogel. Mrs Maxwell sang a very pretty song1- 'I'h© entertainment cloaod with the National Anthem. The committee of throo-gon tlomcMi, who arranged the concert, are entitled to thanka for thoir exertions, also tho ladies who provided tho dolica-eioa of tho tea-table.

The Siege of Alexandra.

PROGRESS OF THE OPERATIONS.

TiCE garrison of fhe Alexandra Hotel, which properly consists of two battalions, the one a regiment of heavies in the person of Mr Pillleng himself, and the other, what may l>e termed the light skirmishers, in the person of Mrs PulTeng, who, beside* doing her share of the defence, attends to the commissariat, and camp kitchen. There is also ;ui army of occupation in the person of Mr Ford, bailiff, who has a constitutional objection to the horrid addendum of "bum." In the STAR of yesterday, we brought our narrative of the events of the siege up to yesterday afternoon. This morning our reporter paid a visit to the scene of operations, in order to gather particulars a.s to the events of THE SECOND DAY'S SIEGE. No sooner had it been noisod about the neighbourhood that our " Special Com missioner at the Seat of War " had arrived, than several nice old ladies turned out and welcomed him with 'a cheer. Upon knocking at the portcullis (the window towards Durham-street) there were signs of a movement within, and shortly afterwards our representative was cautiously recon noitred through a peep hole, from which the frosting had been knocked off. The magic pass word, EVBXING STAR, having been given, the sentry on duty, who happened to be Mrs Pulleng, said '" all right," The window was let down, and a conference with Mr Pulleng was opened. He stated that yesterday evening, while conversing with some allies under the walls of the fort ress,

A MARAUDING PARTY OF THE

ENEMY

maneuvered in Mie left flank of the position. The party, which consisted of three bailiffs, pretended to be ■; ■ ler the influence of liquor, i'.\\\ their leader endeav our c.l t<> open a parley with Pulleng. offering in the blandest manner to shake hands with him, which caused Pulleng to place the tip of his left hand thumb against his nasel organ with the digits of his right hand extended, while lie requested the enemy to inform him if they could perceive any tiling of a verdant colour in the region of the corner of his right eye. This seriously disconcerted the enemy, who, after one or two other ineffectual manoeuvres drew oil' his forces. Towards the evening the garrison were gladdened by the arrival of the Star, containing a full account of the operations, and' Commander Pulleng says the horrors of the seige were much mitigated by the pcrsual thereof. "With regard to provisions, he had carefully laid in a stock of beef in anticipation of the war, aud had provided two beds and bedding. The bread is supplied by convoys from without. Yester day the garrison suceeded in making a fire. ANOTHER DEVICE OF THE

ENEMY

was attempted yesterday, when tlioy endeavoured to take the position in rear by passing through neutral territory, but the neighbouring States have a strong sympathy with tho besieged, and refuse to allow the attacking forces to pass over their back yards. Being baffled in this direction, the bailiffs who compose the army of observation, attempted various other devices in order to draw out the garrison, but without success. Our Special Commissioner had a conversation with the imprisoned bailiff, who was engaged in Branching a piece of rather stale bread, the name being part of his rations for the day. He was affable and good-humonred under the cir enmstanceg, and expressed himself _ well wleased "with his quarters which are in the bar-room, where he sleeps away the fleeting hours on a sofa; which was left by Mr. Cam pbell. During the morning, THE GARRISON WAS VICTUALLED, a convoy having arrived with a wheel barrow-load of '' fresh mullet, oh!" part of which was supplied through the window, and subsequently a ginger beer and cordial cart relieved the wants of the defenders. Up to this afternoon, the courage of the defenders was unabated. The commander had sent an envoy to Mr. Tyler, to consult as to further means of defence, and it is probable that a diversion will be attempted when the writ of ejectment becomes return able The writ itself calls upon Piilleng to nay the sum of £10 10s. and costs, in respect of "the writ itself, service, and incidental eXpeUSeS*INCIDENTAL FACTS. The price paid by Mr Campbell for the irropertv is said to be £800. Mr Campbell purchased the greater part of the furniture at the auction, and it is still in the house in the custody of the bailiff. ..... . . It is not true that Mr George blbbin is in favor of a. compromise. He advocates vigorous measures against the garrison of Fort Alexandra. . . Mr McMillan absolutely denies having promised Pitlleiig an extension of the lease.

ST. LUKE'S PARSONAGE BAZAAR.

Tm-; bazaar or fancy fair instituted by the Indies and gentlemen in connection with the Anglican Church of the district*.of Mount Albert and Whau, was opened tins afternoon, in the presence of » nunterf interested friends and visitors. Jhe com mittee appointed for carrying out the object were unsuccessful at the 5 JSt in obtaining the premie next to the JW-otlice, and were consenucnth liri ven to *wJi quarters as they conicl find Fortunately they obtained the use of the nppor room of tUo.premises next to the establishment of Messr* Cook a d hm Considering the little tune the Promoters have hud in getting the place } n o < c, ;^ tl l eooodsin ] ).,sitiontheyareent I tiedtnnucn credit for the energy and industry they Jmvojexcrcised. The upper part othe h ge room is nicely decorated with representative flag.;' »nd native ferns of the J^f Sj""JE ier? Several large ornamented ChmtDWJ trees, loaded vitfi toys, appe« wJJjeon lore, and the sides of &c room are grace™? S si:w^Sßl^ refreshment stall JNo. i- |& t'/~ , ~ . by Mb." WoUtor; No. 2. by Mrs Arnold, No. 3. by Mrs. James; 4. oy Clayton, and Mrs Pierce, and the M • Seuulehte'B stjUl by M«. i-efresliment stall is Jll tue " Al u ri ,. t . The Mrs. A. K. Taylor, of Mount Albert.^ 1* articles displayed are various, and JJ^cUo every taste. We have not *Va™™Jl?*3™ ing'slssucto give more than a jg^JJjg; curiosities, value £10, tioin vtl' l several friends. Mr« Admim contribute s sev orM highly finished ieftthcr 9W^«±erSSour Walsli, contributes « pair ot v'^ ~ views of the whitemomitttin. Mj ™ J^JjJJ stall seems to be well-fomWjJ*^"^^ of almost every hoiwehold j» t» t»u

aining more than sixty kinds, was a valuable piece of work, and what is the more remarkable, it is the work of Mr. Samuel Howard, aged 72, a resident in Wellington-street, Auckland. No. 2 stall contained many similar articles of more or loss value, including bead work cosies, socks, and baby-things, so pleasing to the maternal eye. A scrap book also, of coloured linen, full of animals, birds, human faces, and pictures of nature, by a son of Captain Clayton, agod ten years. The other stalls were similarly furnished. On Mrs Dudley's stall, our attention was attracted to several ornamantal Clips,' tastily carved, from tho cocoa nut, by the brothers Morrow, portraits of Bishops Selwyn and Patteson were exhibited in a neat leather frame, sur rounded by seaweeds and fern leaves. Photographs, ginger jars, Gipsy-flown baskets, cushions, Turkish smoking caps, beaded curiosities, and things too numerous to mention ; also a number of spears and curiosities from the Islands, presented by Rev. John Selwyn, help to make up a fancy fair worthy the patronage of all classes of the community.

TELEGRAPHIC.

(FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.)

ALEXANDRA, this day. WINIATA'S FATHER.

Numbers of Waikato natives arc down to-day, with tho residue of the To Kuiti produce. Amongst them is Parengarenga, the murderer Wiuiata's father, and several other' members of that distinguished family. GPvAHAMSTOWN. this day. CASE AGAINST A HOTEL-KEEPER. In tho Police Court to-day, George Symington, landlord of tho Governor Bowen Hotel, was lined 20s and costs for selling liquor, after hours. THE PROFANITY CASE. The case against George Hurfit, for pro fanity, which had been twice adjourned for further evidence, was called to-day, when the police decided not to call any evidence, and the case was dismissed. THE AJAX MINE. It is reported that tho Ajax, from the interim retort, obtained 180 ozs. of gold further, retorted on Saturday. ALBURNIA SPECIMENS. The Alburnia tribute from 30 lbs of specimens obtained 24 ozs. 16 dwts. 12 grains melted gold. OLD WHAU TRIBUTE. The Old Whaxvtribute (Childerhousc party) crushed 33 tons and are now retorting 239 ozs of amalgam. COROMANDEL, this day. MORE UNION BEACH SPECIMENS. Forty pounds more of rich specimens were bagged at tho Union Beach last night, THE RACES. The programme for the Coromandcl race on Prince of Wales Birthday is a very attractive one. It is hoped a steamer Avili be placed to bring down tho Alick landcrs to witness a race meet, upon the prettiest and most picturesque course, in New Zealand. The prizes ottered for win ning horses are very liberal. WANGANUI, this day. SU PREME COURT. —S ENTENCED *TO FLOGGING. The criminal sittings of the Supreme Court ended yesterday. Owen Kane, for rape on a little girl, was sentenced to ten years penal servitude, and two Hoggings. Sullivan, who pleaded guilty to attempted burglary, got eighteen months. Gaynorfor forgery and uttering, 11 months; and Pillan, for stealing jewellery, six months.

[PRESS TELEGRAM AGEIfCV].

WELLINGTON, this day FIRE BRIGADE DEMONSTRATION

Tho TJn i ij > iij) any have agreed to issue rerurn tickets at single fares, from any part of the colony, to members of the Fire Bri gade visiting the Duncdin demonstration.

ESTATE OF SAMUEL WELLS.

Wk learn that the affairs of Mr. Samuel Wells, commission agent, who levan ted to San Francisco the other day, are in a very confused state. It is understood, however, that the total liabilities as ascer tained from memoranda left in his oitice amount to quite £2000, which includes about £250 worth of bad bills and other personal securities. It is stated that nearly £1000 oi the debts is secured. Within the last four years Wells had lost £1000 in scrip, according to his own statement, and ho had actually borrowed some £2JO from his mother, besides otluer .sums from relatives. For some time past he had been hopelesly involved in the hands of bill-discounters and others, and was paying £3 a week in rent alone. The new secretary for the Keinuera Highway Board and other interes ted persons are now engaged in examining the blocks of receipt books, etc. The liabilities include the following :— Mrs Herapath, collected rents, £18 ; Mr Allaway, Grahamstown, between £o0 and £<>0, rents; James Lamb (of Wiseman's) £70, money entrusted for investment; Mi- Mason, hair-dresser, £20, money for invest ment ; Mr Ellyett, in tho employ of (ilan ville and Elliott, £20, investment money; Mr Hughes, grocer, of Wellington-street, £5, cash of one of Mr Wells1 cheques ; Mr Dailies, £127, money entrusted for purchase of Colonial".Bank shares; Owen and Keu shaw, £300, surety to the National Bank ; Messrs Owen and Kenshaw are parly secured by a mortgage ; Mount Eden High way Board about £4; Mitchison £s(i rents, &c ; Mr Francis is a creditor for £14 18s, monies collected by Wells last week ; this was his first, and only transaction with the departed; Mr Thome is a creditor for £10 10s. Mr Abbott says he is a victim to the ex tent of £127 odd. At the meeting to-day, on the motion of Mr Thome, solicitor, Mr Abbott took the chair, and opened the proceedings by call iu"- upon those who were creditors to prove their debts. Mr Kcnshaw asked whether the chairman meant that it would bo necessary to produce . documentary proof. The chairman said he would take any geutlemante word. He believed, however, that the first step was to ascertain the creditors, in order that they might have a status. He would refer to Mr Thorne. Mr Thorne : Oh ! don't refer to me. The Chairman : But I'believe that is the usual course. Is it not ? _ Mr Thome : 1 have not b«en in the habit of attending meetings of this sort. G Mr Allaway here came forward and said: I have a letter here, which I will read. The misfortunes of Mr Wells were caused by a person named Abbott, who sold him a lot of worthless bills. Mr Abbott: Now nuud, I will hold you responsible for that statement. You were going to make a statement, and I demand

1 Mr. AllaAvay : Well, I will refrain from reading the letter. Mr Abbott : I demand- Mr. Allaway : 1 was gowg to read a copy of Mr. Wells's letter. Mr Abbott : You have made a statement and you must substantiate it I have counter-evidence here. I have Mr Wells P.N's. to me, which are in my pocket, and ai A creditor : Mr Allawy merely Bald that :" Now then I shall hold yon S^iwiWe, and in a Court c^jw «kll call upon you to prove your statement, tte s^id I kad bceu ti»e. cam

Mr. Allaway : I did not know you were Mr. Abbott. Mr. Abbott : Perhaps there was no personal animus, but I shall hold you to tho proof. Mr. Thorne, solicitor : Mr. Abbott is not here on his trial; we had better proceed to business. Mr. G. W. Owen : Is there any gentle man in this room, who knows anything of Mr. Wells' estate. Mr Abbott (to Mr. Alloway) : Mind,. I shall hold you responsible, for what you have said to me. Mr. Herapathsaid the meeting had been called bjr four persons who desired to know if there were any assets. Mrs Mary Hall said Mr. Well's had deeds of her land 60 acres at Matakohe, who said he would sell the land whenever the Kaipara Railway opened. She wished to know where the deeds were. The Chairman : Can anyone give any information as to Mr. Wells' estate? One creditor here said : Perhaps that boy can, pointing to the-juvenile clerk, who was in Mr. Wells' office. A little boy said Mr. Well's had told him the books were up at the house. The Chairman said it appeared there was no evidence as to any assets except from the books which ought to be found. We have got to that, A gentleman : We do not know where they are. Mr. Abbott : But we know where the pro missory notes are. No one else seems to have them but me. A gentleman : They have them, but are not going to show them to you. Mr. G. W. Owen said, he was a secured, creditor tor two amounts, namely, £40 and. £296. Ho had two co-sureties to the Bank for tho last amount, Mr. Cranwell said lie held a P.N. of the missing gentleman, for £60. Mr. Lamb said he was in for £74 12s 6d. J. T. Mason, £17 ; Mr. Jayne, £35, rent; Mr. Hughes, £5 5s ; Mr. Renshaw, £10 ; Mr. Dailies, £127 17s 6d, money entrusted to him to buy shares. Mr. Abbott : Are you quite clear ? Mr. Dairies : Clear, yes. Mr. Rowlings, £150," p.n. ; Mr. Allaway, £55, rents collected ; Mr. Seaman, £50, p.n.; Mr. Thorne, £10; Mr. Francis, £9 12s. 6d., aud debts collected, £4. .16s. 2d. Mr. Abbott : Come here my lad let's have them. John Abbott, £137, exclusive of Mr. Boniface. Mr. Thorne : Who is Mr. Boniface ? Mr. Abbott at first demurred to say, but eventually said it was Mr. Boulter, of the Auckland Hotel. The following amounts were also men tioned :— James Ratcliffe, £2 16s ; Mr Michclson, £<)0 ; Wm. Robinson, £50, P.N. ; Mrs Wells (secured), £250; Mr Wcston (secured), £260. Mr Abbott said it appeared from tho evidence that the secured debts amounted to £746, and the unsecured debts about £1000. Mr Cranwell : Well, what will you givo for the P.N.s? Mr Abbott: I'm not on (laughter). . The meeting was proceeding when we went to press. Eventually Messrs Owen aud Lamb were appointed to investigate the estate.

THE EVENING STAR, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1876.



The monthly dance by shareholders of the Hibernian Band took place last evening, in tho Lornc-strcct Hall. About fifty couple wore pre sent, -who danced with grace and glee. Mr. Bandmaster DUlon led the lmisic, and Mr. 11, Brennaji perfori-.M d the serious duties of master of tho ceremonies. TO BOOT AND SHOEMAKERS.— For Disposal) ii BOOT AND SIIOK BUSINESS at GHAHAMSTOWN, established eight years, and doing a good trade. Owner giving up solely on account of bad health. This is v good tiling, and will be disposed of cheap. For particulars apply to .7. W. HOARK, lligh alrcet, Auckland. "XTEWTON MUSICAL SOCIETY. Members of the above will please take notice that there will be no Practice this week. I FRANK HOWE, Secretary. ANTED, a strong ]Joy for the Black smithing. Also, one able to drive Shoes. —Apply to John Quinn, Albert-street. ANTED, a good Cook "ami Laun dress ; also a Girl for North Shore ; references required.—X Henry's Registry, Shortland-street. ANTED, Servant, 4 General Servant*, 2 Cook and Laundresses, 2 smart Boys, for country; immediate employment.—Miss (Jolls' Select Registry Office. WAITING for Situations, several mar ried couples ; also, an elderly Man to attend a gentleman, or otherwise useful.—E. Henry's Registry, Shortland-street. WANTED, a good General Servant. — Apply at, Mrs. Palmer's, Garlton G-'oro Road, Sealield View. WANTED, a Girl for housework. — Apply Mrs. Hayward. Eureka Store, Upper Queen-street, Newton. WANTED, a General Servant, must be a good laundress.—Apply Mrs. Rich mond, Grey-street. W~ ANTE D, liy a Lady, Board ami Residence in a quiet family, where no other lodgers are kept; Newton or Ponsonby preferred.—Apply by letter, stating terms, D.&., .Star Office. WANTED, Apprentices to the Dress making.—Mrs Harding, Grey-street. WANTED, a respectable Woman, about 'M years of age, as Servant. Must be a good cook. References required.—Mrs. .Dyer, Selwyn Tenraco, Parnell. WANTED, .one or two respectable Working Men to Board and Bodge in a comfortable home live minutes walk from (Jueen street.—For address, apply at Holland and Co.'s, Grocers, Queen-street. WANTED, a respectable Lad as an Apprentice to the ■ Bakery and Confec tionery business.—Apply after 3 p.m. daily C. Burton's, Queen-street. WANTED, a'good General Servant for the Country.—Mrs C. A. Harris, Frank lin lioad. _____ WANTED, by two respectable Girls (sisters), who can be highly recommen ded, Situations where they would be treated as of the family. Weil used to Household Work.— S.P.B____TAit Office. _____ WANTED, a Nursemaid.—Apply to Xvl, Nipool, North Shore, BULLOCK DIiIVEK and tour or live Bushman wanted at the Otaua Mills, Waiuku; driver accustomed to log hauling pre ferred.—Apply to John Chines, Wharf Dining Rooms.. ANTED, two first-class Milliners, and Apprentices, at Mrs Butterworth's London and Paris Pattern Uepot, Queen-street. W ANTED, for a few weeks only, good dairies of Fresh Butter, about lOUOlbs. weekly, at market price.—Apply to A. Bettany, Durham-street, . WANTED, by aw aged man, care of premises, or any situation in which attention is required without, labour; good re ference.— Apply^TJ___a_____£____ WANTED, a General Servant where the washing is given out.—Apply Mrs. H. S. Meyers, Eden Crescent. "ANTED to SELL, or to Let, a Large Brick Store.—For particulars, apply to Mr Alfred Smart, Victoria-street East. ANTED KNOWN, that the Fitting Shop and Howe's Sewing Machine Agency is KEMOVKD higher up the street, opposite the Police Coiirt. Just Received, per Hero, a fresh shipment of Domestic and Leather Machines. These machines, as made by the Original Inventor of the Sewing Machine (Elias Howe, jun.), have never yet been equalled either in principle or excellence of manufacture. Re pairs to all machines properly done. Steam Gauges repaired, tested, and adjusted. AnfTJtU I'ING- AND BOOKKEEPIJNG W TAUGHT. — Schools and Families visited. System of Self-improvement. Writing forwarded to any part of the Colony, in books ready for use, on receipt of £2.—Address: Mr. Nicholson, Finishing "Vv siting Master, 73, Grey street, Auckland. "\ITANTED KNOWN, we are delivering V v our best Ti-trce Wood, full measurement', ; within the City, at 12s. per ton. cas.li,—W. uud G,,



WANTED, ft few respectable Boarders ; good table and accommodation. Terms moderate. No children. — Next door to Mr. Minetti's Bakery, Hobson-street. ' ANTED, WANTED, WANTED to SELL, cheap, 4,678 Cocoanuts, 9/ per 100, or /2 each; Limejuice, the best summer drink for children, only /0 per bottlo, or 2/6 per gallon, large bottles, /8, 4/6 and 6/ per dozen; 400 pairs of Children's Leather Boots, and Ladies' Prunella Boots, 6/6 and 7/6 per pair: Maids' Boots, all kinds, 6/6 pair.—ll. WATTS, Pitt street. ANTED KNOWN that J. MORRI SON is prepared to execute all kinds of ASPHALTING at reasonable pricea.—Address, Newton Road. ANTED KNOWN that John Taylor is prepared to supply all kinds of Timber, Posts, Rails, Palings, Shingles, House Blocks, Doors, Sashes, Mouldings, &c, at tho lowest posaible prices, at his Yard, Breakwater Road. All orders attended to with despatch. WANTED Known, Gentlemen's Clothes Cleaned, Rouovred in Colour, and neatly ropairod; Colours warranted fast, and not wash oft. Dyeing in all its branches done at Edgar's Dyeing and Cleaning Establishment, Wellealey strcct East, Auckland. Communications by post promptly attended. "TTfTANTED' Known, that Montague's TT Royal Cigar Divan, two doors from the Dress Circle Entrance of tho Theatre Royal, is now OPEN, where tho Public of Auckland can obtain all the Choicest Brands of Havannah Cigars and Best American Tobaccos, at the lowest possible prices. A visit is respectfully solicited. _^^^ WANTED Known, Garments made to measure at a day's notice if required, and at a reasonable price. All Tweeds warranted shrunk.—Samuel Coonihes, City Clothing Mart. WANTED, Subscribers to Magazines to know that they can have tho numbers Handsomely Bound, at a trifling- cost. Music and other Binding done in best styIe.—WILLIAM LEYS, Machine Ruler and Account Book Manu facturer, next door to tho Evening Star Office, Wyndham-street. I^TOTICE. —My wife having left her homo J3I I will not bo responsible for any Debts contracted by her or any other person.— WALTER D. MUNDY, Ponsouby, October 26, 1876. ' ABARGAIN.-r-For Sale for Cash, as the owner must, loavo for Melbourne—tho Furniture and contents of newly-furnished four roomed Cottage in Newton. Tho furnituro is all new, and suitable for a tradesman coming housekeeping. Tho cottage may be rented at the option of the purchaser. Thia is a chance not often found.—Apply for address STAB ortico. WANTED Known, that D. Goldie is prepared to supply all kinds of Timbe ' 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 his Yards, Cus tom-house-street. WANTED Known that T am delivering my hest Titreo Wood within the city at 12s per ton; cut, Kis cash; full measurement guaranteed.—W. A. Smith, Coal and Steam Fire wood Dopot, corner of ilobson and Wyndham strcets. W" ANTED! WANTED !! to SELL, (very cheap). 30 cases of lib. tins of Onionß and Carrots, Id per lib. tins, 3 dozed 71b. tins of Mustard, 6s, lib. tins, lid, Jib. tins, 7d; Scented Hair Oil, :xl bottlo. Is dozen ; Puin killcr,ls 2d bottlo; Salmon, lOd ; Lobsters, lOd ; Fresh ings, 7d tin ; Lemon Peel, Is Od 1b ; Tay lor's Cocoa, Is 6d ; Pickles, l()d bottle : Pickled Salmon, srt Ib, Hlbs for Is ; large bars of Soap. sd; Blue, lOdlb.: Glass Egff Cups, Is id do/.on ; Salt. Sellers, 4 for Cd : 300 pairs of Vases, Is 9d pair ; Jugs, four to tho not, as sot,; Lnr^o Plntos, 1b 6d do/.on : Cups and Baueore, 5s 6d dozen : Vege table Dishes, 2s Gd ouch; lot of Pic Dishes, from (id to 2n each ; Dolls, from Id to is Od each ; pint bottles of Ink, 3 for 2s. J-piuts, 8 for Ih, small bottles. Od per dozen.—ll. WATTS, Pitt-street. TD»E MESSENGER'S ESTATE. Jti All persons indebted to tho above Estate arc requested to Pay amounts at once to the under signed. G" ROCERY AND DRAPERY TRADE. Partner wanted with £200 to £300 to join the advertiser in a good going business in one of [ho principal streets in Auckland, to manage indoor department; can reside on the premises ; a knowledge of Maori advantageous.—Apply to Mr. Henderson, Photographer, Shortland Ores cent. Mfino LET, a Six-roomed Gottago oil" JL Graft on Road; good view of the . harbour.—Apply to Mr. Porter, Graft cm I{-oad, or lo Messrs. IL Ashton and Son, Insur ance Buildings. TflO LET, a Furnished Apartment, Sitting JL room and Bedroom, with use of Kitchen, situated in v benlthy part of Graf ton Road. Moderate terms. —Kor addirßs, nTipl.v this ollicc. TKTOIITH SHORE.— To Let, a 6-rooinod JJn Cottage, beautifully furnishpd.—Apply to R. and It. Duder. TJIOK SALE, about three acres of Scoria JC Land.—Apply on tho ground to John Comrie, Mount Eden Road. HOUSE; TO LET, a Furnished Seven-roomed House in Parncll.—For address apply at this office. 171 OR SALE, 77 Acres of First-cliws Laud J In Wangarei. Price, £20.—Apply at this oflicc.- A UCKLAND STEAM SAUSAGE' FACTORY. George Hulme IS NOW SUPPLYING THE BEST QUALITY OV g MEAT! > ■ & SUPERIOR TO ANYTHING OFFERED IN AUCKLAND AT THE PRICE! ; | Foil Cash Only ! SUPERIOR BEEF SAUSAGE, steam made, •id, Mutton C.hops, Id, . ■ ■ k PRIME FAT BEEF— Sirloins and Bib, Id. to 6d. Boiling Beef, 3d. to 3id. Smoked and Spiced Beef. CHOICE WETHER MUTTON— Fore-quartex's Mutton, 2Ad. Hind-quarters Mutton, '3ld. Quarters Lamb, from 2s. Gd. DAIRY-FED PORK Veal Hams and Bacon Pork Sausages German Sausages. HOTELS AND FAMILIES WAITED ON FOR ORDERS, AND. DELIVERED IN TOWN OR SUBURBS. THE ABOVE TO BE HAD AT BOTH ESTABLISHMENTS, NEXT ALBERT HOTEL, AND OPPOSITE THE MARKET. i G, HUXME, B U T C II E R, QvyiiX-SfKEKT,



T ORNE -STREET HALL. THE REALLY. MAGNIFICENT DIORAMA OK THE FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR! AND PICTURES OF THE SUEZ CANAL ANE NILE SCENERY 1!! Will bo Exhibited for Throe Nights More, TO-NIGHT, FRIDAY and SATURDAY, By Particular Request, Commencing THIS EVENING, 26th October. Gifta will be distributed as usual at the Closo of each Entertainment. Entertaining and appropriate Music during the ovening, under tlio direction of Pro. D. Copo. Front Seats. 3s : Second, 2s : Buck Seals, Is. W. H. POPE, Manager. TH X A T 11 E R 0 V A L. Leases .. 11. J. DoLias. RK-KNGAGEMKNT ov ME. AND MRS. JOHN L. HALL. GRAND RE-OPENING — THIS EVENING, Production ot! the latest and greatest Sensa tion, written and adapted by G. F. itowc, entitled, ROSE MICHEL ! SATURDAY NIGHT: THE COLLEEN BAWN ! Reals can be secured, at Upton's, Booksollers, Q.Moen-stveot. m 0 - M 0 E B 0 W NIGH T. JL Mil. F. G. EWINGTON'S GRANT) MAGIC LANTERN ENTERTAINMENT, At tub Young Men's Rooms, in aid of Two Poor Families. Mr. John" I-lerepatlt will conduct the musical arrangements. Part I.—TRIP UP THE THAMES TO WIND SOU, magnificent views never seen before in Auckland —Queon's Portrait —National Anthem. PART ll.— THE ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS (amusing and instructive)—Mr. Mc- Master to read " Paddy and the Bear." PART lII.—THE SOLDIER'S DREAM (affect ing scenery)—Pathethie Reading by Mr. J. Blackmail. Priok :—Adults, Is.; Children, 6d. Arrange ments can be made at the door for easier terms, where several persons attoud from one family. The entire nett proceeds will bo handed to Roy. It. S. Hassard, for Mrs. Dyer and Mrs. Hoaton, and as tho object is a good one, all kindly dis poßOfl persons arc urged to support it. AU CXL AN D CAT TL E SllO W TO BE 1IICI.1) AT MR. A. BUCKLAND'S YARDS, REMUERA, ON THURSDAY, 9tii NOVEMBER, 1876, When upwards £500 will be given away in Prizes for HORSES, CATTLE, PIGS. POULTRY, DOGS, DAIRY PRODUCE, IMPLEMENTS, &c, &c. For further particulars, soo Posters or Adver tisements in Weekly Papers. Entries close November 1,1870. WM. PERCIVAL Secretary. "VT O T I ~G 17 Tho Kawakawa Co-operative Society(Limited) hereby intimule that they havo no connection whatcvor with the Bay of Inlands Co-operative Sociotv, recently started at ICawakuwa. (Higiiod) W. H. WILLIAMS. Secretory. October 18. 1870. AUCKLAND ALMANAC AND PRO VINCIAL HANDBOOK, 1577. The only person AUTHORISED to receive ADVERTISEMENTS for the "AUCKLAND ALMANAC AND PROVINCIAL HANBOOK, 1877," is Mil. J. 11. WITHEFORD. HENRY BRETT, Publisher. jT> OA R D OF ED UCAT I 0 N. Tenders, addressed to I lie undersigned, will be received till MONDAY, Uth November, at norm, for I he Purchase and Removal of the old School Building at Tuakau. • FREDERICK J. MOSS, Secretary. A UCKLAND GRAVING DOCK. The CONTRACTORS aro PURCHASERS of CLAY for Puddling. FINAL NOTICE KE R. W. DYSON'S AND JAS. FOiMJ'S ESTATES. Legal Proceedings will be taken against all Persons whose accounts aro not paid to me within two days. F. G. EWINGTON, For the Trustees. LOST, a Bnkor's Bank, between Epsom and E.'cfslie. Finder will be rewarded by returning it o Mr. W'vldiMl, Newton Bakery. JIJ English nii-aiid-Torricr DOG, No. of Collar, 1013. Whoever is. found with it in their possession alter this dale will be prosecuted.— Wm. P. llakuhavk. Steam Dredge. ANDREW BROWN HILL, late (if ship Dunedin, is requested to communicate with his Father, James ivl. Hill, 52, Esplanade, Gi'ecnook; or, Mr. J(. Logan, North Shore, Auckland, who will give him information to his advantage. CH EA I' "DLACK OIL KS. CHEAP BLA C X SIL XS, 35 PER CENT. BELOW VALUE. H. ATKINS HAS JUST PURCHASED A LARGE STOCK OF asr B L A C X S I L X S, "®a IN ALL THE DIFFERENT MAKES, AT A VERY LOW PRICE. On account of the Great Advance on BLACK SILIvS in tho Home Markets, the Prices of this Lot oi>'Silks will be found at least3s PER cent, below their present value. They are Mark ED at Lower Pricks than ever, sold foii at the VERY lowest state .... , of the SILK Market! Also, A LINE OF REAL IRISH POPLINS, At 5/11; usual price, 10/ C. Just Opened: CHOICE DRESS MATERIALS, New Styles and Patterns A Large and Choice STOCK of SUMMER "PRINTS BEAUTIFUL SLEEVELESS JACKETS, CAPES, FISCHUS, &c. ffsT Note.—The Stock of Prints is the Largest and Best Selected Lot of Patterns ever shewn in Auckland.. The Summer Dress Materials are also'a'very nice assortment. To Be Sold Cheap : A CASE OF VERY BEAUTIFUL FRENCH MUSLINS. CHEAP SHEETINGS, QUILTS, LONG CUR TAINS, CALICOES, AND GENERAL MANCHESTER GOODS. A LOT OF LADIES' SILK SCARFS at lid.; usual price, nearly double. MEN'S, YOUTHS' AND BOYS' CLOTHING, Our Own Make, and Imported. THE HEAVIEST AND BEST ASSORTED STOCK OF TWEEDS IN THE PROVINCE. CHEAP TWEEDS FOR BOYS WEAR. During the present depressed times, H.A. will sell all Goods at the Lowest Prices Possible. H. ATKINS. -j^OTICE TO MASTER PAINTERS, The Auckland Operative Painters'Aasociatioi resolved, at a general meet ing, that on and aftei Mommy. November ii. it-Members will Deinanc an INCUKAKE of ONE SHILLING in thoii A\ wscs, making &, im- day,



THE AMERICAN PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPANY, 222, Queen-street, auckland. , RE-OPENING ! !! RE-OPENING ! ! ! Tho AMERICAN PHOTOGRAPHIC COM PANY havo tho pleasure to inform their frionds and the,general public that thoir PREMISES, which were recently injured by flro, l>avo now been COMPLETELY RESTORED, and B USINEBS will bo RESUMED forthwith. ' We dosirb to return sincere thanks for tli© liberal patronage received during tho past eight years, and in soliciting a oontinuance of favours, wo beg to say that our best exertions, as hereto fore, will always be used in tho Production of Work of Superior Excollonco, as well as to the satisfaction of Oustoinors. TO THIS TRADE. Wo have to notify that wo have arranged for a regular supply of the Mosfc Improved Modern Apparatus, tho Purest ChomioaL-3, AlbunichiiwMi Paper, Gard Mounts, &0., &o. JOHN MoGARRIGLR,- MANAGER. N.B.—Views of Auckland in groat, variety. Card Pictures of Maoris, as usual, Ss. par dozen, or £25 per thousand. Terms cash. && "¥l7 AIK AT 0 T 1 ME S." MR. T. C. HAMMON D is authorised to Collect Accounts for the " Waikato 'i'imos." MO UNT A LBE RT AN D WHAU PARSONAGE FUND. FANCY FAIR in Promises next Bank of New Zealand, TO-1 >A V, FRII )A V, and SATURDAY, opening every day at 2 p.m. Admission, Is.; Children, ud. TO B U I I, T) ER S. TENDERS will be received up lo noon on SATURDAY, the 11th of November, Sor the Erection of a Largo Building at Napier, for James Watt, Esq. Plans, &c, at my oflice, Qnecn-stroefc. EDWARD MAHONEY, Architect. FIRST PRIZE ' OVENS & RANGES. GREAT REDUCTION. Improved Patent and Portable Ovens from 25s upwards; Colonial Ovens from 25s upwards; House Ranges from £5 10s upwards : Wrought Iron Ship Stoves from £5 10s upwards; Second hand Range for Sale Cheap, andall kinds of Iron Work done at Herbert H. Smith's Auckland Iron WorkM, Durham-street "West. mO PAINTERS.—Tenders wanted to JL Finish n four-roomed Honse. Labour only.—Apply at once to T. Waterwurth, Gun dry-strcct-, Newton. - 0 BUI L D E R S. Tenders will be received until noon of the 6th November, for tho Erection of a Wcslcyan Church at Ponsonby. R. REALS & SON, Architects. TO GASFITTERS. Tenders are invited for the Gasflttcr's Work required in tho new Primitive Methodist Church, Wellington and Franklin-streets. Specifications, &c, at my office. EDWARD MAHONEY, Architect. npENDERS will ho received by the Remn- JL cm Highway Board until MONDAY, the 30th Oofcober, for sorao Exoavating at Mount llobaon. Tondors enn ho loff. Nt Mr. Donnison's, New mark(4 or nt my otllcc, KliortJanrt-street, whero 6peoifleationß and ottior information can bo obtained. JAMKS WRIGI.EY. Chairman. October 2(5, 1870. M" OUN T EDENI'HIGHWAY DISTRICT. COLLECrrOR WANTED for the above Dis trict. Applications (.stating torms) to bo sent to tho undorflignod, on or bofore MONDAY next, tho 30th instant. Meanwhile, W. R. Uny will issue Depasturing Licenses on payment of the usual feet). THOMAS THOMPSON, Chairman. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31. EXTENSIVE & UNRESERVED SALE OF NEW FURNITURE. nnHE subscribers havo received instruct- JL ions from Mrs. Conzens, who is leaving the Colony, to sell, in fcho Large Building in ilobsou-stroct. near top oi! Victoria-street, on Tuesday next, October 31, at 11 o'clock, THE WHOLE OF THE VALUABLE AND W ELL-SELECTED STOCK, Consisting of Gilt Mirrors, ATalnut Table (inlaid), Whatnots, Cedar, [limu, and other Loo Tables; Couches, in Hair Cloth, Damask, Rep, &'o.: Mahogany Waslißt.ands (marblo tops); Toiler Sets; Ohosts Drawers (Cedar and Mottled Kauri); Oliefflon iera (Mahogany and Mottled Kauri, haiyrlfiomely carved); I'ictnres; Couch and Six Chairs'; Toilet. Glasses (marble tops); Coal Scuttles; Commodes; Clocks; Lustres; Vases; Iron ana Wood Bedsteads in great variety; Bedding; Mattrasscs ; Palliasses ; Cane - seated Dining Chains; Cane-seated Rocking Chairs; Dining Tables ; Dressing Tables ; Bath, &c, &c. The Auctioneers desire to point out that the above were selected and made with a view to starting a First-class Furnishing Establishment, and can bo relied on as being good substantial articles, and calculaied to give satisfaction. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. MONDAY, OCTOBER 30. CITYM A R T. IMPROVEMENT COMMISSIONS RS' ALLOTMENTS, to be Leased for 99 years. GRANT & MORTON. Plans may be obtained at, the Mart TO-MORROW. SHINGLES! SHINGLES! SHINGLES! M. JONES &CO. WILL sell at the Central Sale Rooms, To-morrow, at 11 a.m., 00,000 Shingles, in lots to suit purchasers. TO-MORROW, MOON. MARKET-DAY AUCTION SALE. AT ARTHUR'S MART. ®>^fe CASKS NAPIER BEEF, 5 casks &\ f Auckland Beef, 15 kegs Salt Butter, Laid, Cheese, 12 sides Bacon (in cloth), Bacon (bare), Hams, Jowls, Potatoes, Carrots, Cab bages, Pumpkins, Maize, Oats, Flour, Empty Sacks, Oatmeal, Pearl Barley, Tea, Sardines, Confectionery, Jams, Blacking, Salmon. AT OXE OCLOCK, ' FURNITURE DEPARTMENT.— Handsome Harmonium, by Alexandre, nearly new; Draw ing-room SuitCj green rep; Sewing Machines, Loo and Square Tables, Cane, Stuffed, and Wood Chairs, Oheffionier.s. Couches, Easy Chairs, Toilet Glasses, Iron and Wood Bedsteads, Hair and Flax MattrasscK, Washstands, Toilet Tables, Chests of Drawers, Parlour Stove and Fittings, American Stove, Tinsmith's Stove, Bycicle, Books, Music, New Blankets, Drapery, Combs, Fancy Goods, a well assorted lot of Ladies', Gents', and Children's Boots, Kitchen Utensils, Forks, Spoons, large Iron Pump, &c. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1. PAPAKURA MONTHLY CATTLE SALE. THE usual Monthly Cattlfi Sale will be Iwki on Wednesday next, of above 300 Head Mixed Store Cattle, Dairy Cows, Sheep, Horses, &c, l At hall-past VI o'clock. HUNTER & NOLAN. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31. FOR SALE, at the Junction Yards, on Tuesday next, at 1 o'clock, 110 Well-bre 1 Grown Steers, from Wangarei 50 head Fat Cattle Dairy Cows, o(H) Fat Sheep, 50 Fat Lambs, Fat and Store Pigs. t x A T ON X o'CLOC X, HUNTER & NOLAN,



MONSTER BALE OF ENGLISH FUR NITURE AND MIRRORS, £1000 IN VALUE. E. & 11. ISAACS WILL sell by auction as soon as landed from the Abornyte, just arrived from London, the above. Full particulars in future lsatto. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31. FREEHOLD UNRESERVED SALK. ONEIIUNGA ! ONEHUNGA \ BY QRDKR OF THE BOAED OF EDUCATION. Uxdttk; TTtE EmjoA-noir Keoteyb Maxagkmkttt Axendmbxt ORDI NANCE, 1873. M. JONES & CO. HAVE been favoured by instructions to soli liy auction, at tho Central Sale Rooms, on Tuesday, 33-*t October, at 12 noon; The VALUABLE FREEHOLD PRO PERTY known as the "Pond" or "Grotto," Onelmnva. a. r. p Lot 10, of Sun inn 17. ermiaini..,,.. .. 3 1 2S Lot 5, of Section 13, containing.. ..200 Unrerekvkd Sale. For further particulars, enquire of tho Auotioucci's. Fill DAY, OCTOBER 27. THE HAYMARKET. FOR SALE, at the Haymarket, on Friday next, at 12 o'clock, The RIGHT of CHARGING ONE SHILLING EACH to all Persons entering the Show Yards. Also. For Taking Charge of Horses in a Well-fenced Enclosure. ALFRED BUCKLAND. THE HAYMARKET. SALES OF WOOL, SHEEPSKINS, AND HIDES, EVERY FRIDAY, At 2 o'clock. FIRST LAR G E WO O L SA L E Will be held on TUESDAY, 21ST NOVEMBER, 1876. ALFRED BUCKLAND. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27. THE HAYMARKET. I7IOR SALE, on Friday next, 27th insi, : at 11 o'clock, A Pair of Handsome CiREY DRAUGHT HORSES, good workers. A Strong Riding or "Bus llonj© Handsome Riding Mare. FOR PRIVATE SALE. Two Heavy-Draught Mares, ia foal to 2ft. Bainbndgo'B horse. ALFRED" BUCKLAND. "FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27. THE HAYMARKET. FOR SALE, at the Haymajrkc^ oh Friday next, at 11 o'clock, A Howard's Mower and Reaper combined^ ALFRED BUCKLAND, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, THE CATTLE FAI R 4 numbers of Stock \_/ on one occasion brings a largo attendaneo of buyers, and is mutually advantageous. A second Fair will be held on November 11, the Saturday following the Cattle Show, when 1000 hoad of Store Cattle will be yarded* Entries must be made before Thursday, October 26. ALFRED BUOKLAND. MONDAY, OCTOBER 30. In the Estate of the Late H. C. Balnea vis. COMFORTABLE FAMILY RESIDENCE SYMONDS-STREET. FREEHOLD COUNTRY PROPERTIES. nnilE Subscribers have received instiaic- JL tions from the Executors of the late H. C. Balneavis, to sell by public auction, at the Land Mart, Fort-street, on Monday, 30th instant, afc 12 o'clock, SYMONDS-STREKT (Improvement Com missionevs' Lease)— Lot A, of subsection 4, of subdivision of section IS, City of Auck land, 41 feet frontajro to JSymonds-street, and 91 feet to O'Uorke-street, held under lease for a term of 09 years, from 15th -March, 1875, at an annual rental of £21 .10s sterling, with that comfortable two story dwelling-house thereon erected, containing nine rooms, plastered, and well-finis': t throughoiit, as recently occupicu i>y the late H. C. Balneavis. VILLAGE OF PAPAKURA— a> r" P* Allotment 19, section 2 .. ..021 Allotments 39 and 40, section 2 0 2 32 VILLAGE OF DRURY- Allotments 25t0 29, sections .. 1 120 Allotment 24, section 7 1 0 11 TOWN OF WYNYAkDTON— Lots 5 and G, section 1 Lots 11,12, and 13, section 10 Lots 3.1, and 5, section 14 TOWN OF HOWICK— Allotments 39 and 10, section 2 1 0 38 VILLAGE OF HAVELOCK- ÜBn J" l °*» Allotment 10, section 3 .. ..032 Further particulars may be obtained from William Aitken, Esq., at his offices, Shortland street; or from SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27. HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE. PULLING BOAT. THE subscribers will sell at the Mart Fort-street, on Friday next, at 11 o'clock GENERAL HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE Iron Bedsteads and Mattrasscs, "WbS and other Chairs, Engravings Wash stands and Warp, Chests Drawls, Cook ing Utensils, F our, Bacon, Table Salt, Tvv?'nn ales d Rights, Iron Buckets skiff, melons. 0 Sliop *Yonts ' PldUni By order of the Collector of H.M. Customs: Quantity of Pastry Cook's Paper Bags. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. TO-MORROW. PRODUCE, POULTRY, FURNITURE GROCERIES, GLASS AND EARTHENWARE. M. JONES & CO. •TO-ILL sell by auction, at clio Central inllnt,at lili!nr S> lo'm° n^ &***). 2tth Maize, Bran Chaff. Oatmeal, Pearl Barley Cheese, Bacon, Hams, Tea, Sugari Rice C^n^^a^^Mannaladefsahnl^ Drawing-room Suites, Couches, Chairs V\ ashstands and Ware. Mout-satei Chest drawers, Iron and Wooden Bedkeacls Turkeys, "Geese, Pcwvfe, Ducks, and Pi-eons Also, X w^ A Choice Lot or Pui-0-hod Spanish bVwi^ &<*<» &V,,, «yC.^